Israel’s opposition parties are divided over a government bill to extend IDF mandatory service from 32 to 36 months. The bill aims to be passed quickly through the Knesset in the next two weeks. Opposition leader Yair Lapid argues that the bill saves money at the soldiers’ expense, while Democrats leader Yoav Golan insists that any increase in service should involve drafting non-serving individuals, especially the haredi public. United Right chairman Gideon Sa’ar sees the bill as vital for military needs and condemns opposition based on political motives.
Principles for Real Support
National Unity chairman Benny Gantz supports the bill with conditions, including shortening its applicability, increased payments to soldiers, and drafting haredi men. The differing opinions within the opposition parties reveal a tension between toppling the government and varying views on national security.
Yisrael Beytenu chairman Avigdor Liberman aims to form a “Zionist government” excluding far-right, haredi, and Arab parties, emphasizing that despite disagreements, there are broad agreements on core values.
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