MK Moshe Solomon (Religious Zionism) responded Thursday to the revised version of the Basic Law: Torah Study, after voting against the original bill. 'Torah study is the foundation of the state, but...' he said, according to his statement. The full text of his remarks has not been published.
MK Moshe Solomon (Religious Zionism) issued a statement Thursday evening responding to the amended version of the Basic Law: Torah Study, after having voted against the original bill. In his full statement, Solomon said: "Torah study is the foundation of the state, but it cannot be used as a tool to prevent sanctions on those who do not serve." The remark, published by The Zioneer at 17:25 Jerusalem, confirms his earlier position that the revised law should not shield draft dodgers from consequences.
This development follows a sequence of reports from The Zioneer earlier Thursday (all timed at 17:25 Jerusalem). First, Solomon explained his no vote, arguing that Torah study cannot be used to block sanctions on non-servers. Shortly after, he disclosed that his faction and coalition colleagues had attacked him publicly over his vote, but he maintained his stance. The thread’s evolution shows a single, consistent message from the MK, with no change in position across the three updates.
As The Zioneer reported on July 1, 2026, Solomon had previously posted on X explaining his opposition to the original bill, stating that “controversial legislation that comes with the opposite intention of upholding the Torah is not the way.” The Basic Law: Torah Study, advanced by Shas, has been a flashpoint in coalition politics, with supporters arguing it restores Torah honor and critics charging it elevates Torah learners above IDF servicemembers — a debate The Zioneer has covered since June 2026.
It remains unclear whether Solomon’s continued opposition will affect the revised bill’s fate in the Knesset or further strain his position within the Religious Zionism party and the coalition.
4 developments
- DevelopingMK Moshe Solomon (Religious Zionism) explains his no vote on Torah Study Basic Law
- DevelopingMK Yinon Azoulay backs Basic Law: Torah Study, slams opposition in first-reading debate
- DevelopingMK Stern: new Torah study Basic Law worse than first draft
- StrongMK Avichay Buaron: Torah Study Basic Law should have been enshrined long ago
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