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Yuli Edelstein Leaves Likud, Citing Opposition to Draft Evasion Law and Plans for New Political Path
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First reported by Mako · 1 day ago
What happened
Yuli Edelstein announced his departure from Likud after over 20 years, citing his opposition to a draft evasion law and plans to form a broad government without relying on Arab or ultra-Orthodox parties. He highlighted his political sacrifices and commitment to right-wing values, signaling a new political venture.
- 01Yuli Edelstein announces he will not run in Likud primaries and will leave the party after current Knesset session.
- 02He claims he was ousted from key roles for blocking a draft evasion law and supporting sovereignty in Judea and Samaria.
- 03Edelstein plans to form a broad government without relying on Arab parties or granting unchecked support to ultra-Orthodox factions.
- 04He emphasizes his fight for equal military conscription and preventing draft evasion legislation.
- 05Edelstein recalls his past as a Zionist prisoner in the Soviet Union and his opposition to the Gush Katif evacuation.
- 06He pledges to represent the 80% of Israelis who share his views on security, economy, and Jewish identity.
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The same event, reported separately by each newsroom. Open a few to compare what each emphasizes — and what they leave out.
Now 14Right · Hebrew42 minutes ago
Yuli Edelstein Leaves Likud, Citing Opposition to Draft Evasion Law and Plans for New Political Path
Arutz ShevaRight · Hebrew47 minutes ago
Yuli Edelstein Leaves Likud, Announces New Political Path Focused on Broad Right-Wing Coalition
Kikar HaShabbatRight · Hebrew1 hour ago
Yuli Edelstein Officially Leaves Likud After Over 20 Years, Plans New Right-Wing Party
SrugimRight · Hebrew1 hour ago
Yuli Edelstein Leaves Likud After 20 Years, Announces New Political Path
MakoCenter · Hebrew3 hours ago
Yuli Edelstein Leaves Likud After 23 Years, Rejects Change Bloc, Calls for Broad Zionist Government
N12Center · Hebrew3 hours ago
Yuli Edelstein Leaves Likud After 23 Years, Rejects Change Bloc, Calls for Broad Zionist Government
YnetCenter · Hebrew1 day ago
Former IDF Chief Gadi Eisenkot Praises Yuli Edelstein's Departure from Likud
Behadrei HaredimRight · Hebrew1 day ago
Yuli Edelstein Leaves Likud After Years of Clashes with Netanyahu, Plans New Political Path
Channel 13Center · Hebrew1 day ago
Yuli Edelstein Announces He Will Skip Likud Primaries to Run with New Party
Now 14Right · Hebrew1 day ago
Yuli Edelstein Leaves Likud to Launch New Political Path Aiming for Unity Government
Kan NewsCenter · Hebrew1 day ago
Yuli Edelstein Announces Departure from Likud to Pursue New Political Path
WallaCenter · Hebrew1 day ago
Yuli Edelstein Leaves Likud After Two Decades, Plans New Political Path
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