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Netanyahu’s government on edge as ultra-Orthodox party quits coalition over military draft law
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's governing coalition faces significant instability after a key ultra-Orthodox party announced its withdrawal early on Tuesday. The move directly threatens to undermine the Israeli leader's authority at a critical juncture in the ongoing conflict in Gaza.
Netanyahu govt in Israel loses majority as key coalition partner quits over controversial military draft law
A second ultra-Orthodox party has quit earlier this week over the same issue. The political turmoil in Isarel comes as Israel and Hamas are negotiating on a US-backed ceasefire proposal for Gaza.
Ultra-Orthodox party quits Israeli coalition, weakening Netanyahu
The Shas party said it would resign over the government’s failure to enshrine into law the long-standing military exemption for the ultra-Orthodox community.
A Key Coalition Partner of Netanyahu Is Quitting, Leaving Him With Minority in Israeli Parliament
A key governing partner of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says it is quitting the government, leaving him with a minority in parliament
Netanyahu’s Coalition Loses Majority on Military-Draft Feud
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s coalition has lost its ruling majority after a second ultra-Orthodox party quit the government over a bill watering down a decades-long religious exemption from military service.
Another key ally quits Netanyahu's governing coalition in a major blow to Israel's leader
A key governing partner of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says it is quitting the government, leaving him with a minority in parliament. The Shas ultra-Orthodox party said Wednesday it
Israel PM Netanyahu’s fate in the balance as another party quits government
A row over mandatory military service for ultra-Orthodox men has left the prime minister’s ruling coalition with a razor-thin majority.
Could there be a military draft? Fears rise after US bombs Iran
The U.S. attacks on Iran's nuclear facilities raised concerns over a potential military draft. Here's what to know about how it could be reinstated.
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New legislation would require women, like men, to sign up for potential ...
Just afterward, in 1973, facing a tide of opposition to the controversial draft, President Richard Nixon officially ended military conscription, and the U.S. established an all-volunteer force.
Netanyahu Government Loses Majority As Ultra-Orthodox Allies Walk Out
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's coalition lost its parliamentary majority after two ultra-Orthodox parties quit ...
House panel wants anti-drone systems at US defense facilities
The draft defense authorization bill would require counter-drone defenses at military-related facilities inside the United States.
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Israel said to agree to US request to halt strikes on Syrian forces; toll in clashes tops 200
Edelstein says 'compromise not possible' on sanctions against Haredi draft dodgers * Shas reportedly set to follow UTJ and quit government later this week ...
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Key players tangle at UNSC at ‘perilous turn’ of US-Israel-Iran conflict
Tensions soar at the UN as Iran and its allies condemn US military actions, while the US and Israel reject censure.
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House NDAA draft mandates database of contractors used in covert operations
The early stage defense bill draft would create an internal list of contractor clients that assist the U.S. military in its ...
CNMI and Guam decry rushed military proposal, demand more time for public input
CNMI and Guam groups are calling for a 45-day extension to the public feedback period on a US military proposal for joint ...