MK Moshe Solomon (Religious Zionism) was removed from Knesset committees after saying he could not vote for a bill that denies the need to combine Torah study with military service. Solomon explained that he cannot face bereaved families from his community and vote in favor.
MK Moshe Solomon (Religious Zionism) was removed from Knesset committees on June 10 after publicly opposing a coalition-backed bill that, according to his statement, denies the necessity of integrating Torah study with military service. Solomon said he 'cannot make a lie in his soul' and cannot face bereaved families from the Religious Zionist community and vote in favor. The development highlights internal coalition tensions over the longstanding exemption from military service for full-time yeshiva students—a politically sensitive issue that has resurfaced amid ongoing IDF manpower needs. Solomon's removal from committees means he loses oversight and legislative roles, a significant penalty for a coalition MK who defies the party line on a flagship bill.
8 developments
- StrongMK Moshe Solomon says he will stay in Religious Zionism despite party vote
- DevelopingMK Moshe Solomon (Religious Zionism) explains his no vote on Torah Study Basic Law
- StrongShas MK to Religious Zionism MK Solomon: 'Shame on you, Rabbi Ovadia is watching from above'
- StrongReligious Zionism MK Solomon to vote against the Draft Evaders bill
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