Lieberman Blocks Repeal of Judicial Laws, Citing Election Promises
Translated & summarized from Channel 13 by baba
Avigdor Lieberman, chairman of Yisrael Beiteinu, is opposing the incoming Knesset's repeal of judicial laws, prioritizing other legislative actions. This move has drawn criticism from the opposition bloc, who accuse him of hindering their agenda. Lieberman also addressed potential compromises with Haredi parties on conscription, stating difficult decisions are necessary to prevent new elections and end Benjamin Netanyahu's tenure. He is set to meet with Gadi Eisenkot, chairman of the Yashar party, to discuss these issues.
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- Avigdor Lieberman opposes repealing judicial laws, prioritizing other Knesset actions.
- Lieberman's stance draws criticism from the opposition bloc for derailing election promises.
- He suggests difficult decisions are needed to prevent new elections and end Netanyahu's rule.
- Lieberman will meet with Gadi Eisenkot to discuss conscription law compromises.
- The opposition bloc planned to repeal judicial reforms this week.
Following the mandate to form a government being granted to Gadi Eisenkot, chairman of the Yashar party, Avigdor Lieberman, chairman of Yisrael Beiteinu, has announced his opposition to the incoming Knesset repealing judicial laws. Lieberman stated that the focus should instead be on replacing the Knesset speaker, limiting the prime minister's term, and electing a state comptroller, asserting "everything else can wait." The opposition bloc had planned to advance the repeal of judicial reforms enacted by the outgoing government this week, but now accuses Lieberman of "not cooperating" and "derailing their election promises."
Lieberman responded to criticism regarding his previous remarks about potentially reaching understandings with Haredi parties, particularly on the conscription law. He explained that in the current political climate, to prevent further elections and end Benjamin Netanyahu's rule, "difficult decisions are unavoidable." He clarified that "readiness for compromise does not mean abandoning values and principles, and dialogue is not the erasure of red lines."
Lieberman and Eisenkot are scheduled to meet on Monday. A key topic will be a shift in approach to resolving the conscription crisis. While Lieberman maintains that "the correct model is a conscription law for everyone," he acknowledged that the election results necessitate examining more realistic proposals. He referenced his 2018 conscription bill, drafted with the IDF and security establishment, and the subsequent Shaked report, noting that even his 2018 proposal requires adjustments post-October 7th, but remains a suitable basis for agreement.
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