Ex-spy Jonathan Pollard joins Sharren Haskel's Israel First party ahead of elections

Jonathan Pollard announced on Sunday his decision to join MK Sharren Haskel's newly formed Israel First party, a right-wing political group, ahead of the upcoming Knesset election. The announcement was made in a joint statement filmed near the Western Wall in Jerusalem. Pollard, who served 30 years in prison for spying for Israel before his release in 2015 and subsequent immigration to Israel in 2020, expressed his belief in Haskel and Israel, stating, "I believe in Sharren. And I believe in Israel." Haskel welcomed Pollard's support, calling it a "significant reinforcement" for the party, noting his personal sacrifice for Israel. Pollard has been a vocal critic of the current government and advocates for its replacement.