Coalition MK Dan Illouz vows to vote against controversial 'Torah Study Basic Law'

MK Dan Illouz (Likud) announced he will oppose a proposed Basic Law that would codify exemption from military service for full-time Torah scholars, calling it a 'desecration of the Torah.' Illouz described the bill as a cynical political tool that undermines mutual responsibility during an existential war.

3 developments

1. 15:49 · 8 JunLatest

   Daphna Liel: First report — New Basic Law: Torah Study grants equal rights to Torah learners and IDF servicemembers

2. 11:59 · 8 Jun

   Basic Law on Torah Study to Face Preliminary Vote Wednesday

3. 18:32 · 7 Jun

   Coalition MK Dan Illouz vows to vote against controversial 'Torah Study Basic Law'

• Developing12:33 · 8 JulLegal adviser backs away from statement that Torah Study Basic Law mandates equal benefits for yeshiva students and IDF soldiers
• Developing13:47 · 9 JunEmerging compromise on Israeli Basic Law: Torah Study debate
• Developing18:04 · 25 JunMK Stern: new Torah study Basic Law worse than first draft
• Developing18:41 · 9 JulKnesset legal adviser: removal of Torah-equality clause has constitutional significance but unclear effect on benefits

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