Liberman Offers Ultra-Orthodox Draft Deal Amid Coalition Talks
Summarized from Ynetnews by baba
Avigdor Liberman is offering a 2018 military conscription bill as a basis for coalition talks with ultra-Orthodox parties, proposing concessions like no personal sanctions and a three-year grace period. This plan, drafted before the October 7th attacks, contrasts with stricter measures proposed by the outgoing government and faces significant legal challenges regarding equality in service. Ultra-Orthodox parties are reportedly more confident in Liberman's commitments, seeking protections for yeshiva students.
The story in 6 lines · by baba
- Avigdor Liberman proposed a 2018 draft bill offering concessions to ultra-Orthodox men for coalition talks.
- The bill includes no personal sanctions and a three-year adjustment period before yeshiva funding cuts.
- The IDF's manpower needs have significantly increased since the bill's original drafting in 2018.
- Liberman's proposal faces legal scrutiny over equality and potential High Court challenges.
- Ultra-Orthodox parties are reportedly more confident in Liberman's commitments than Netanyahu's.
- Any immediate coalition agreement on conscription would likely be a political commitment, not enforceable law.
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