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Netanyahu Defends Haredi Bill Amid Opposition Criticism

12/9/2025

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Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu defended the Haredi exemptions bill in a December 8, 2025 Knesset debate, saying it would increase conscription and ease reservists' burden.
He said Israel's global standing remains strong diplomatically and economically, and noted meetings with leaders including U.S. President Donald Trump.
Opposition leader Yair Lapid criticized Netanyahu's handling and called for accountability over his legal issues and the October 7 attacks inquiry.

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Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu defended the Haredi exemptions bill in a December 8, 2025 Knesset debate, saying it would increase conscription and ease reservists' burden.
He said Israel's global standing remains strong diplomatically and economically, and noted meetings with leaders including U.S. President Donald Trump.
Opposition leader Yair Lapid criticized Netanyahu's handling and called for accountability over his legal issues and the October 7 attacks inquiry.