Agudas Yisroel chairman MK Yitzchok Goldknopf has reportedly distanced himself from his longtime associate Motty Babchik, stating that Babchik no longer represents him in political activities or briefings to the media.

The announcement, reported on Sunday, November 1, comes amid growing internal tensions within United Torah Judaism as senior party figures discuss their next steps.

Babchik has long been regarded as an influential figure within Agudas Yisroel, working closely with Goldknopf and maintaining connections with political and communal leaders.

The reported distancing marks a notable development in their longstanding working relationship, although the circumstances behind the decision and its longer-term implications remain unclear.

The development coincided with a meeting of senior United Torah Judaism representatives, including Goldknopf, MK Yaakov Asher, and MK Meir Porush.

The participants discussed the party's position regarding the formation of the next government. No final decision was announced following the meeting, and further consultations with rabbinical leadership are expected.

It remains unclear whether Goldknopf's reported decision regarding Babchik will result in additional organizational changes within Agudas Yisroel.