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Shas Party Demands Draft Exemption Law for Haredi Students to Join Next Government
Shas chairman Aryeh Deri declared his party will not join or support the next Israeli government without legislation ensuring military service exemptions for Haredi yeshiva students. This ultimatum aligns with a similar demand from United Torah Judaism, another major Haredi party.
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What happened
- 01Shas chairman Aryeh Deri stated his party will not join the next government without Haredi draft exemption legislation.
- 02United Torah Judaism issued a similar ultimatum, demanding the passage of the draft exemption law.
- 03Critics like Naftali Bennett and Avigdor Liberman argue these demands increase burdens on soldiers and reservists.
- 04The High Court of Justice has previously ruled against blanket exemptions for Haredi yeshiva students.
- 05The IDF faces manpower deficits, exacerbating tensions over military service exemptions.
The issue has become a central point of contention ahead of the October 27 election, with critics arguing it increases the burden on other soldiers and reservists. The High Court of Justice has also pressed for Haredi enlistment, challenging existing exemptions.
The Times of Israel publishes in English. The key points are summarized above. Read The Times of Israel’s full report from the link below.
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