Yisrael Beiteinu chairman Avigdor Liberman criticized the government's handling of military conscription, saying it is unacceptable to legalize mass draft evasion for the Haredi sector while extending mandatory service for all other soldiers by two months. He also suggested investigating the number of officers leaving permanent service.
In a faction meeting, Liberman addressed the ongoing controversy over military conscription exemptions for the ultra-Orthodox community. He argued that the government is simultaneously advancing a law to grant mass exemptions to Haredi yeshiva students while extending the mandatory service period for other soldiers by two months. 'This is a severe blow to the security of the State of Israel,' he said. He also called for an inquiry into the number of career officers leaving the IDF, hinting at broader morale issues. The remarks come as the coalition faces internal pressure over the conscription bill.
3 developments
- DevelopingLiberman promises to repeal Torah Study Basic Law after it passes
- StrongNetanyahu says arrests and jail deter Haredi enlistment, suggests temporary pause in drafting
- DevelopingLieberman urges cabinet to listen to parents of soldiers, not give hollow statements
- StrongLiberman says security worse than before Oct. 7; journalist notes he declined defense post
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