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Ultra-Orthodox Party Set to Collapse Netanyahu's Coalition

6/5/2025

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A pivotal Haredi party in Israel is poised to back the dissolution of Prime Minister Netanyahu's coalition, ignited by a stalemate over IDF draft exemptions for ultra-Orthodox men. After unsuccessful negotiations, a Lithuanian-Haredi leader urged his party to support a motion that may trigger new elections, with Shas lending their backing as well.

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A pivotal Haredi party in Israel is poised to back the dissolution of Prime Minister Netanyahu's coalition, ignited by a stalemate over IDF draft exemptions for ultra-Orthodox men. After unsuccessful negotiations, a Lithuanian-Haredi leader urged his party to support a motion that may trigger new elections, with Shas lending their backing as well.