As the September 8th deadline for finalizing party lists approaches, smaller Israeli political factions are intensely negotiating their positions. Political correspondent Sam Sokol reports on the maneuvers of these "third bloc" parties. A new ultra-Orthodox party, "The Charedi Public," has also emerged as a player in the upcoming elections. These splinter groups are vying for representation and potentially influencing the final coalition makeup. The focus is on securing enough votes to pass the electoral threshold. This period is marked by significant political jostling and strategic alliances. The Times of Israel is providing ongoing coverage of these developments.