Eisenkot Pushes Mandatory Service Amid Coalition Talks
Summarized from The Times of Israel by baba
Yashar leader Gadi Eisenkot is pushing for mandatory national service as a key condition for forming a coalition government, despite potential opposition from ultra-Orthodox parties. This comes as Yisrael Beytenu chief Avigdor Liberman signaled openness to including these parties. Eisenkot cited a "dangerous emergency" facing Israel and aims to form a government with opposition parties, having secured 67 recommendations from lawmakers. President Isaac Herzog is expected to assign the mandate soon, though coalition building faces challenges due to disagreements over relying on Arab parties.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Gadi Eisenkot demands mandatory national service for all Israelis in potential coalition government.
- Avigdor Liberman is open to including ultra-Orthodox parties, potentially compromising on their enlistment.
- Eisenkot cites a "dangerous emergency" and aims to form a government with opposition parties.
- President Herzog received 67 recommendations for Eisenkot, 46 for Netanyahu.
- Coalition talks face hurdles, including potential partners' refusal to rely on Arab parties.
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