Avigdor Lieberman Vows No Military Exemptions for Torah Students in Future Government
How 2 Israeli newsrooms covered this story — translated into English and compared side by side.
First reported by Ynet · 1 day ago
What happened
Avigdor Lieberman, leader of Yisrael Beiteinu, vows no military draft exemptions for ultra-Orthodox Torah students in any future government. He criticizes the current Israeli government and ultra-Orthodox leadership, reveals private talks with Moshe Gafni about a failed 2018 draft law, and dismisses cooperation with Arab parties. Lieberman also condemns the government's handling of Iranian threats and explains his personal fallout with Aryeh Deri. He predicts his party will gain over 60 Knesset seats in upcoming elections.
- 01Lieberman vows no military exemptions for Torah students in any future government.
- 02He criticizes ultra-Orthodox leaders for deception on draft issues.
- 03Lieberman reveals Moshe Gafni's regret over failed 2018 draft law.
- 04He rejects cooperation with Arab parties and current government.
- 05Lieberman condemns government's weak stance on Iran and security.
- 06He explains personal fallout with Aryeh Deri unrelated to politics.
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