MK Dan Illouz (Likud) sharply criticized the Torah Study Basic Law as it enters committee discussions, calling the bill 'a spit in the face of the serving public' and 'a divisive law that constitutes a desecration of God's name.' The remarks were reported by journalist Daphna Liel (N12).
MK Dan Illouz (Likud) on Saturday evening criticized the Torah Study Basic Law as Knesset committee discussions on the legislation began, according to a report by journalist Daphna Liel (N12). Illouz described the bill as 'a law that is entirely a desecration of God's name' and 'a divisive law that is a spit in the face of the serving public.'
The remark continues Illouz's vocal opposition to the bill, which would codify exemptions from military service for yeshiva students. As The Zioneer has previously reported, Illouz voted against the legislation in Knesset plenum sessions in early June (June 10), triggering confrontations with coalition MKs. The current statement marks Illouz's latest criticism as the bill re-enters legislative proceedings.
The Torah Study Basic Law has divided the coalition, with some Likud and National Unity MKs opposing it. The legislation remains at the center of a fierce political debate over military service exemptions and the relationship between the Haredi community and the state.
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