Religious Zionism Minister Orit Strock responded to the Yashar party's claim, writing: 'I confess! This evening I called my good friend Tal Ohana to congratulate her on entering the Knesset. Tal and I work together on rehabilitating the northern border communities. Just last Sunday we corresponded about the new core group forming to strengthen Even Menachem. Tal didn't answer, but I'm sure she'll get back to me. I'm certain that nothing straight or crooked will destroy the steadfast friendship between us.'