Eisenkot says opposition bloc will ‘not surrender’ on conscription amid haredi coalition talks

The man standing in the way of a government with the haredim isn't even in the Knesset

"We are not abandoning any of our principles," Gadi Eisenkot declared. Not quite. In such a scenario, one banner would have to be lowered: that of Degel HaTorah, the ultra-Orthodox party. And its leaders have absolutely no intention of doing so. Like a traveler starving and dying of thirst in the desert, ultra-Orthodox politicians are […] The post The man standing in the way of a government with the haredim isn't even in the Knesset appeared fir…

Bennett's party proposes benefits for reservists in its first Knesset bill

Bennett’s Party Introduces First Bill In Knesset, Offering Major Benefits To IDF Servicemen

JERUSALEM (VINnews) — Naftali Bennett’s B’Yachad party has submitted its first bill in the 26th Knesset, proposing a sweeping package of financial benefits for active reservists and discharged soldiers, while changing the criteria for government subsidies in a move that could significantly affect ultra-Orthodox families. The legislation, titled the “Servicemen’s Law,” was submitted by all […]

Bennett's obstacle to negotiations with haredi parties

'Together' party’s first bill would expand benefits for soldiers and reservists, funded by cuts expected to hit haredi families hardest.

Eisenkot says opposition bloc will ‘not surrender’ on conscription amid haredi coalition talks

"We are committed to service for all citizens. We will not surrender on the issue of service. We will not surrender our flags or principles,” Eisenkot said.