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united torah judaism
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jns.orgpolitics11 days ago
Ultra-Orthodox party says it will disrupt Knesset votes over draft bill
United Torah Judaism stated it will block legislative business after accusing the coalition of delaying promised draft exemptions. The party cited a bill that would halt arrests of haredi draft evaders, scheduled for committee debate on Tuesday.
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Netanyahu Offers Haredi Parties Legislative Concessions for Judicial Overhaul Support
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is advancing an agreement with United Torah Judaism and Shas. The parties would back judicial overhaul measures in return for legislation benefiting the Haredim, Haaretz reported on June 24 2026.
Washington Examinerpolitics17 days ago
Ultra-Orthodox Parties Threaten to Leave Netanyahu Coalition Over Draft Exemptions
Shas and United Torah Judaism leaders told Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Tuesday they will withdraw support unless the Knesset advances two bills this week. The measures would classify Torah study as national service and halt arrests of draft-age Haredi men.
foxnews.comworld54 days ago
Ultra-Orthodox Parties Face Political Pressure Over IDF Conscription
Rabbi David Landau of United Torah Judaism called for dissolving the Knesset and expressed loss of confidence in Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. The statement comes amid ongoing debate over haredi military service during Israel's extended military operations.
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