Shas Warns Likud Against Breaking Coalition Agreements Over Torah Study Law
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First reported by Ynet · 3 hours ago
What happened
Shas sharply criticized Likud for threatening to break coalition agreements over the Basic Law on Torah Study, warning it could destabilize the government. The dispute arises amid legal concerns and pressure within Likud, with ultra-Orthodox parties demanding no changes to the law. Shas and Degel HaTorah have both signaled firm opposition to amendments, emphasizing the importance of honoring commitments to maintain coalition stability.
- 01Shas warns Likud that breaking agreements on Torah Study law risks coalition collapse.
- 02The dispute centers on the Basic Law on Torah Study and recent Likud reservations.
- 03Shas calls backing down a betrayal of the religious bloc's foundation.
- 04Degel HaTorah also opposes any changes to the law, signaling to Netanyahu.
- 05Shas stresses coalition trust would be damaged by violating commitments.
- 06The conflict reflects tensions in Israel's fragile coalition politics over religious issues.
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