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Netanyahu Faces Backlash Over Draft Law Spin Ahead of Likud Primaries

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First reported by Maariv · 1 day ago

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Prime Minister Netanyahu’s promise of harsh military draft reforms and controversial budget allocations have sparked internal Likud conflict and public criticism ahead of August primaries. Opposition calls for immediate legislative action contrast with Netanyahu’s delays and political maneuvers, fueling tensions within the party and government.

01Netanyahu promises strict military draft law post-elections, including imprisonment for draft evaders.
02Opposition leader Lieberman urges immediate Knesset session to pass draft law, Netanyahu resists.
03Netanyahu approves 360 million shekels for ultra-Orthodox institutions during parliamentary recess.
04Defense Minister Katz dismisses Central Command Chief live on air amid political turmoil.
05Controversial nomination of Michael Rebilov as State Comptroller stalls oversight office operations.
06Likud ministers publicly support Netanyahu despite accusations of political self-sabotage before August primaries.

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