Knesset approves law freezing arrests of IDF deserters; Netanyahu absent from vote

The Knesset passed the law to freeze arrests of IDF deserters with a 58-vote majority. Prime Minister Netanyahu was absent from the vote, according to reports.

The law, which passed its final reading in the Knesset, freezes the arrests of soldiers who desert from the IDF. The vote was 58 in favor, with the remainder absent or opposed. Prime Minister Netanyahu did not participate in the vote, according to reports.

10 developments

1. 35 minutes ago · 18:12 · 14 JulLatest

   Three coalition MKs, Illouz, Edelstein, and Haskel, voted against the bill.

2. 18:09 · 14 Jul

   Knesset passed the bill 58-54; freeze effective until November 30, 2026.

3. 18:05 · 14 Jul

   Bill passed with 59 votes; five coalition MKs opposed.

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