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MK Dan Illouz Leaves Likud for Yisrael Beytenu Over Haredi Draft Stance
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Knesset member Dan Illouz has switched from the Likud party to Yisrael Beytenu, citing disagreements over ultra-Orthodox draft exemptions. Illouz stated that Likud has abandoned its core values, while Yisrael Beytenu now better represents principles of Zionism, security, and equality. He highlighted the ongoing wars and military draft equality as key election issues. Illouz, an oleh himself, also advised other immigrants interested in Israeli politics.
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- MK Dan Illouz left the Likud party for Yisrael Beytenu due to disagreements over Haredi draft exemptions.
- Illouz stated the Likud party has abandoned its core principles, particularly concerning military service equality.
- He believes Yisrael Beytenu now better represents values of Zionism, security, and equal burden sharing.
- Illouz identified ongoing wars and military draft equality as the election's defining issues.
- He previously spoke out against Likud's Haredi draft concessions in 2024.
- Illouz advised immigrants on leveraging their unique perspectives in Israeli politics.
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