Religious Zionist Candidate Tzvika Mor Opposes New Draft Law, Advocates Dialogue with Haredi Community

Tzvika Mor, the Religious Zionist party candidate for the Knesset, expressed opposition to enacting a new military draft law, arguing that the existing Security Service Law already provides the state with sufficient tools. In an interview with Mendi Gruzman on Kan Merkaz, Mor emphasized that increasing enlistment among the Haredi community requires dialogue and creating suitable frameworks rather than public confrontations or protests. "This will not happen on the Knesset floor or through demonstrations. We need to work behind the scenes to build social acceptance for enlistment," he said.

Mor warned that persecuting the Haredi public only drives potential recruits away and undermines efforts to boost soldier numbers. While not ruling out enforcement measures entirely, he suggested considering sanctions such as revoking driving licenses or travel permits but stressed that penalties alone will not lead to widespread enlistment. "The army needs the people's hearts, not just a law that forces them to show up," he stated.

Regarding the Religious Zionist party list composition after the primaries, Mor rejected criticism about the prominence of representatives from Judea and Samaria. He urged judging politicians by their work rather than their residence, citing Orit Strook's significant contributions despite living in Hebron. Mor, a resident of Kiryat Arba who entered public life following his son's abduction, said he should also be evaluated by his actions rather than his address.

On the judicial reform, Mor acknowledged it is still ongoing but progressing gradually, defending MK Simcha Rothman’s involvement as aimed at improving governance rather than focusing solely on one issue. Looking ahead, Mor expressed a desire for a broad national government and did not rule out cooperating with opposition parties if they accept the national camp's principles.

He concluded by reiterating his stance on the draft: "I do not want to break the Haredi society but help it integrate. This must happen gradually and not through confrontations."