Shas Party Demands Draft Exemption Law for Haredi Students to Join Next Government
Summarized from The Times of Israel by baba
Shas chairman Aryeh Deri declared his party will not join or support the next Israeli government without legislation ensuring military service exemptions for Haredi yeshiva students. This ultimatum aligns with a similar demand from United Torah Judaism, another major Haredi party. The issue has become a central point of contention ahead of the October 27 election, with critics arguing it increases the burden on other soldiers and reservists. The High Court of Justice has also pressed for Haredi enlistment, challenging existing exemptions.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Shas chairman Aryeh Deri stated his party will not join the next government without Haredi draft exemption legislation.
- United Torah Judaism issued a similar ultimatum, demanding the passage of the draft exemption law.
- Critics like Naftali Bennett and Avigdor Liberman argue these demands increase burdens on soldiers and reservists.
- The High Court of Justice has previously ruled against blanket exemptions for Haredi yeshiva students.
- The IDF faces manpower deficits, exacerbating tensions over military service exemptions.
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