Liberman Defends Haredi Party Talks, Cites 2018 Conscription Law
Summarized from Israel National News by baba
Yisrael Beytenu chairman MK Avigdor Liberman defended his party's negotiations with haredi parties, emphasizing that compromise does not mean abandoning principles like haredi conscription. He rejected forming a government dependent on Arab parties like Ra'am and the Joint List, deeming it a security risk and a path back to Netanyahu's leadership. Liberman proposed the 2018 conscription law as a potential basis for an agreement on haredi military service, while denying personal ambition as his motivation.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Avigdor Liberman defended negotiations with haredi parties, stressing compromise doesn't mean abandoning principles.
- Liberman ruled out a government dependent on Ra'am and the Joint List, citing security concerns.
- He suggested the 2018 conscription law could be a basis for an agreement on haredi military service.
- Liberman rejected criticism, accusing opponents of supporting Arab parties and having racist undertones.
- He denied personal ambition for the premiership, stating his actions are for Israel's welfare.
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