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Netanyahu-Haredi Deal Enacts Laws Reshaping Israel Amid Legal Challenges

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First reported by Arutz Sheva · Jul 16, 2026

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Prime Minister Netanyahu and Haredi parties enacted laws favoring the Haredi sector and weakening government oversight, sparking Supreme Court challenges. The court froze the law exempting Haredi draft dodgers from arrest, and other laws face petitions. Netanyahu seeks Haredi loyalty ahead of elections amid mixed responses from coalition partners.

01Supreme Court froze law exempting Haredi draft dodgers from arrest due to legal challenges.
02New laws weaken Attorney General's authority and restrict dissenting legal opinions in court.
03Communications law passed amid procedural issues faces legal petitions.
04Basic Law enshrining Torah study aims to justify future draft exemptions.
05Gender segregation law in higher education contradicts Supreme Court rulings.
06Netanyahu secured Haredi support through legislation ahead of elections, with mixed coalition reactions.

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