Even if Ben-Gvir and Smotrich oppose the deal, the agreement will still have a majority in government and is still likely to pass.
"In the past year, through our political power, we succeeded in preventing this deal from moving forward, time and time again," he noted.
Following several announcements by Hamas to foreign media sources that a hostage deal is imminent, Israeli political figures from across the spectrum have begun weighing in.
According to the statement, the Prime Minister instructed the parties to reach finalized agreements within seven days.
Now is the time to continue at full strength, conquer and clean the entire Strip, Smotrich said.
DOMESTIC AFFAIRS | Knesset approves benefits for war-affected businesses in Israel's North, but owners say delayed payments and narrow eligibility are forcing some to close shop.
Benefits will include housing stipends and compensation for property damage, aiming to support recovery and long-term regional growth.
Coalition to face challenges including budget and haredi IDF draft laws in upcoming year.
Coalition members, including Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, criticized Ben-Gvir's decision to vote against the critical tax bill.
Friday's trading, however, would end at 2 p.m. so that Shabbat is still observed.
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