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04.06.2025

Coalition Collapses As Netanyahu Admits Firing Officials For Draft Exemptions

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04.06.2025Coalition Collapses As Netanyahu Admits Firing Officials For Draft Exemptions

Netanyahu's coalition government reached collapse as ultra-Orthodox rabbinical leaders severed all communication with the Prime Minister over military draft legislation. By morning, both major Haredi parties—United Torah Judaism and Shas—decided to support dissolving the Knesset after failed negotiations with Speaker Edelstein.

The crisis deepened when leaked recordings revealed Netanyahu's admission that he fired Defense Minister Gallant and IDF Chief of Staff Halevi specifically to advance ultra-Orthodox draft exemptions. "When the Defense Minister and Chief of Staff are against you, you can't move forward," Netanyahu told a rabbi in March.

Reserve Staff Sergeant Alon Farkas, 27, was killed in fighting in Gaza's Shejaiya neighborhood, continuing the war's toll. The US vetoed a UN Security Council ceasefire resolution while Iran's Supreme Leader rejected American nuclear proposals. Netanyahu's evening meeting with Edelstein yielded claims of "bridging gaps," though ultra-Orthodox parties remained committed to government dissolution.

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01:45Israel Strikes Syria After First Rockets Under New Government

The newspapers report on Israel's swift military retaliation against Syria following the first rocket attack since Assad's fall. After two rockets from Syria landed in the Golan Heights, attributed by Israeli sources to Hamas operatives or Palestinian factions operating from Syrian territory, the IDF conducted immediate airstrikes against Syrian regime weapons in the south (Davar, Haaretz, Jerusalem Post, Kan, Maariv, Mako, Srugim, Times of Israel, Walla). Defense Minister Katz held Syria's new president Jolani directly responsible and promised a "full response soon," while Syria's Foreign Ministry called for international intervention and denied wanting to be a threat. The incident occurred simultaneously with a Houthi missile from Yemen that was intercepted over central Israel. Domestically, the ultra-Orthodox coalition crisis intensifies as Knesset Speaker Edelstein maintains his red lines on the draft law while facing pressure that could determine the government's fate (Israel Hayom, n12).
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פרסום ראשון: למרות שחמאס כבר הציג את עמדתו ודרישותיו ביחס למתווה האמריקני לעסקת חטופים, בארגון הטרור מגבשים בשעות אלה תשובה חדשה - וגורמים אמריקנים המעורים בפרטי המו"מ מעריכים כי ישנה אפשרות שהודעה רשמית תפורסם כבר בזמן הקרוב
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07:59Reservist Falls In Gaza Fighting

The newspapers report on the death of Reserve Staff Sergeant Alon Parkes, a 27-year-old soldier from Kibbutz Kvari who was killed in fighting in northern Gaza's Shujaiya neighborhood, with another reservist seriously wounded in the same incident (Haaretz, INN, Israel Hayom, Kan, Maariv, Mako, n12, Srugim, Times of Israel, Ynet, Kipa, Walla). The soldier was part of reconnaissance battalion 6646 of the "Desert Foxes" formation and died in a close-range encounter with terrorists. Simultaneously, the ultra-Orthodox coalition crisis reaches a boiling point as Degel HaTorah prepares crucial meetings to decide the government's fate, with rabbinical leadership expected to issue instructions on withdrawing from the coalition unless surprises occur (13tv). On the military front, the IDF struck Syrian regime weapons in the south following rocket fire at the Golan Heights, with Defense Minister Katz holding Syria's president directly responsible for all threats and attacks (Davar). The UN Security Council is reportedly voting today on a draft resolution demanding an immediate permanent ceasefire in Gaza, with no reports yet of a US veto (now14).
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הותר לפרסום: רס"ר במיל' אלון פרקס, בן 27 מקיבוץ כברי שבגליל המערבי, נפל בהיתקלות עם מחבלים בשג'אעייה. באותה תקרית נפצע קשה לוחם במילואים מאותו גדוד. האירוע התרחש אמש ב-19:00, אז נקלע הכוח ללחימה עם מחבלי חמאס
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ביהדות התורה טוענים לכישלון מוחלט בפגישה עם אדלשטיין ודוחפים לפירוק הממשלה; בלשכת אדלשטיין טוענים לאווירה טובה. ב"יתד נאמן" מזהירים: מנהיגותו של נתניהו תיבחן על עמידתו בהבטחות ללומדי התורה
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09:02Ultra-Orthodox Orders Government Collapse

The newspapers report on Israel's coalition government facing collapse as ultra-Orthodox leaders issue orders to bring down Netanyahu's administration. Following what Degel HaTorah officials described as a "complete failure" in overnight negotiations with Knesset Foreign Affairs Committee Chairman Edelstein over military draft exemptions, senior rabbinical authorities instructed party leader Gafni to support dissolving the Knesset (13tv, Israel Hayom, Kan, Mako, n12, Ynet, Kipa, Walla). Opposition parties Yesh Atid, Yisrael Beiteinu and Democrats plan to introduce a bill to dissolve parliament next week. Meanwhile, Reserve Staff Sergeant Alon Farkas, 27, from Kibbutz Kvari was killed in fighting in northern Gaza's Shejaiya neighborhood, with another reservist seriously wounded in the same incident (Davar, Haaretz, Jerusalem Post, Times of Israel).
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10:05Rabbis Order Government Collapse

The newspapers report on Israel's coalition government reaching the brink of collapse as ultra-Orthodox rabbinical leaders formally ordered their parties to withdraw support and dissolve the Knesset. Following failed negotiations with Knesset Speaker Edelstein over military draft exemptions, senior rabbis including Rabbi Lando and Rabbi Hirsch instructed Degel HaTorah members to support government dissolution, with opposition parties Yesh Atid and Yisrael Beiteinu preparing to submit dissolution bills next week (13tv, Kan, Maariv, now14, Times of Israel, Walla). The crisis escalated beyond rational bounds according to sources, with ultra-Orthodox leaders describing the situation as "shmad" - religious persecution - after what they termed a night of terror. Simultaneously, Iran's Supreme Leader Khamenei rejected the latest US nuclear proposal and vowed to continue uranium enrichment, maintaining a hardline stance on negotiations (Jerusalem Post). The IDF reported concerns about armed groups involved in Gaza humanitarian aid security, describing it as "very problematic" with no free gifts (Mako).
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ח"כ עמית הלוי מזהיר מהשלכות הפוליטיות של הפלת ממשלת ימין בעיצומה של מלחמה, ומפנה קריאה ישירה ליו"ר ש"ס לגלות אחריות לאומית.
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11:26Edelstein Accused Of Revenge Politics

The newspapers report on escalating political warfare over ultra-Orthodox military draft legislation threatening to collapse Netanyahu's government. Knesset Foreign Affairs Committee Chairman Edelstein faces accusations from coalition partners of political revenge against Netanyahu, with his spokesperson responding that protecting collapsing families justifies being labeled vengeful (INN, n12, Ynet). Ultra-Orthodox leader Gafni confirms rabbinical instructions to support government dissolution aren't "far-fetched" while maintaining ambiguity about timing (Maariv, Srugim, Times of Israel). Internal Likud sources blame Edelstein for dragging the coalition toward elections, describing his actions as "madness and irresponsibility" (n12, Ynet). Netanyahu's absence from crucial meetings puzzles ultra-Orthodox leaders, with sources noting division within rabbinical circles between partial withdrawal and full dissolution (Maariv, now14). Meanwhile, tensions flare on the Syrian border as rocket fire prompts Israeli airstrikes despite Syria's new government seeking stability (Jerusalem Post).
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משבר חוק ההשתמטות והפטור מגיוס מחריף, ויועציו של נתניהו פתחו בסבב שיחות עם הנציגים החרדים. בינתיים, דרעי שומר על שתיקה - ורוצה להימנע מפירוק הממשלה כעת. ראש הממשלה ניסה לשוחח עם מנהיג הציבור הליטאי, הרב לנדו - שסירב
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מנהיגה העליון של איראן תקף את הצעת ארה"ב להסכם גרעין - אך לא דחה אותה מפורשות: ״סותרת ב-100% את העצמאות הגרעינית של מדינתנו״ | ההצעה האמריקנית: הקמת אתרי גרעין בניהול זר על אדמת איראן, ומתן אפשרות למשטר האייתוללות להמשיך להעשיר אורניום ברמה נמוכה, עד שיתאפשר שימוש באותם המתקנים
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רה"מ שמע את איומי גפני - והבטיח "להיכנס לאירוע בכל הכוח", אך רק אחרי סיום עדותו. החרדים לא התרצו והבהירו שלא ימתינו. הבוקר הרבנים הירש ולנדו סירבו לשוחח איתו, ובכירים חרדים טענו: "נתניהו לא מבין את גודל הסיפור"
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12:32Rabbis Refuse Netanyahu's Calls

The newspapers report on Netanyahu's coalition government reaching crisis point as ultra-Orthodox rabbinical leaders refuse direct communication with the Prime Minister. Senior rabbis Lando and Hirsch declined Netanyahu's requests for phone conversations, with one stating "enough has been said already," while Deri maintains silence to avoid government collapse (13tv, n12, Ynet, Mako). Netanyahu defended himself in court regarding Milchan's gifts, calling the alleged amounts "inflated and ridiculous compared to the luxury hotels Milchan funded for me" and claiming the expenses occurred before his political career (Haaretz, Kan). Meanwhile, Gafni shouted at Netanyahu's advisors "you're smearing me" as Likud sources blame Edelstein for dragging the coalition toward elections (Israel Hayom, Kipa). On the military front, Givati fighters were killed in Gaza after warning of dangers on a Jabaliya route but being sent on the same path again (Walla). Iran's Khamenei rejected the US nuclear proposal, vowing not to abandon uranium enrichment while calling it "100% contradictory to our nuclear independence" (Davar).
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הרפורמה שמייקרת את הנסיעות לכלל הציבור אך אמורה להרחיב את מעגל הזכאים מבוססת על שימוש נרחב בחופשי-חודשי | אלא שמשרד התחבורה אינו מפרסם את הנתונים על מספר המשתמשים בחופשי-חודשי, ומתשובותיו עולה כי כלל לא נאספו לפני השקת הרפורמה
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המשבר בין הליכוד למפלגות החרדיות ממשיך להעמיק. רבני המגזר החרדי, הרב לנדו והרב הירש סירבו לשיחות מצד ראש הממשלה נתניהו: "כבר נאמרו כל הדברים ואין טעם להמשיך לדוש בהם" | בליכוד מפנים אצבע מאשימה לאדלשטיין: "הכל שיקולים פוליטיים" - כך הגיב דוברו
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13:49Rabbis Cut Off Netanyahu Completely

The newspapers report on Netanyahu's coalition government reaching its breaking point as ultra-Orthodox rabbinical leaders refuse all communication with the Prime Minister over military draft legislation. Senior rabbis Lando and Hirsch declined Netanyahu's phone calls, stating "there's no point in continuing to rehash the same things," while both United Torah Judaism and Shas parties are expected to support dissolving the Knesset (13tv, Kan, n12, Srugim, Kipa). The crisis deepened as Gafni shouted at Netanyahu's advisors "you're smearing me" during heated exchanges (Israel Hayom). Military issues dominated other coverage, with senior army officials claiming Defense Minister Engelman is drawing personal conclusions against officers, prompting the Military Advocate General to petition the High Court (Haaretz). Givati fighters were killed in Gaza after warning about dangers on a Jabaliya route but being sent on the same path again (Walla). European countries continue purchasing record levels of Israeli defense products despite criticizing Israel publicly, with over half of deals exceeding $100 million going to EU nations (Jerusalem Post).
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רס"ר במיל' אלון פרקס (27) מכברי נפל בהיתקלות בשג'אעיה, וחבריו סיפרו על השחיקה שהרגיש לקראת הסוף: "הוא היה מאוד מוטרד, שאל עד מתי המלחמה תימשך ואמר שהסוף לא נראה באופק". למרות זאת הוא המשיך להתייצב, ולתלמידים שליווה רק לפני חודשיים לטיול שנתי הסביר: "צריך להגיע, אין ברירה"
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15:25Coalition Dies As Rabbis Cut All Contact

The newspapers report on Netanyahu's coalition government entering its final phase as ultra-Orthodox leaders completely sever communications and both major Haredi parties prepare to support dissolving the Knesset. Senior rabbis refused Netanyahu's direct phone calls, with sources stating "there's no point" in further discussions over military draft legislation (Times, n12, now14). New revelations show Edelstein's harsh demands include personal sanctions even when draft targets are met and budget cuts when 94% of goals are achieved (now14). A Nobel Prize winner criticized hostage campaigns for twice harming Israel by pressuring negotiators and playing into Hamas hands (INN). Military tensions escalate as Israel accelerates preparations for striking Iran's nuclear facilities after failed US talks, with the army preparing for multi-front retaliation (Maariv). Northern border reports suggest major Syrian plans were discovered near Damascus (Israel Hayom). The White House condemned BBC for treating Hamas statements as "total truth" regarding Gaza coverage (Jerusalem Post).
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בזמן שמנהיגי הזרם הליטאי יצאו בהצהרות על פיזור הכנסת ופירוק הקואליציה, בש"ס שמרו על שתיקה לאורך שעות הבוקר. זה לא מקרי: דרעי לא ימהר לקחת קרדיט על מהלך שכזה, אך בדגל התורה טוענים כי הוא מתואם איתם ואף צפוי לתמוך בצעדיהם. לפיד אופטימי: "הכנסת הזו סיימה, אין לה לאן ללכת"
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ממניעת הוצאת רישיון נהיגה ואיסור על אפשרות יציאה מהארץ ועד ביטול הנחות בארנונה וסבסוד לימודים אקדמיים: לפי החרדים, יו"ר ועדת חוץ וביטחון הכניס תנאים שלא הציב בעבר, רה"מ ייפגש איתו בניסיון לפתרון המשבר
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16:47Netanyahu Summons Edelstein In Coalition Crisis

The newspapers report on Netanyahu's last-ditch effort to save his coalition government by personally summoning Knesset Foreign Affairs Committee Chairman Edelstein for an evening meeting. The crisis centers on Edelstein's harsh demands for personal sanctions against ultra-Orthodox draft dodgers, including preventing driver's license issuance, blocking overseas travel, and canceling property tax discounts and academic subsidies - even when draft quotas are met (13tv, Mako, n12, Ynet, Kipa, Walla). Ultra-Orthodox parties describe these conditions as "delusional and unacceptable," with Shas members summoned to emergency sessions while both major Haredi parties prepare to support dissolving the Knesset. The meeting represents Netanyahu's attempt to pressure Edelstein into moderating his position after rabbinical leaders completely severed communication with the Prime Minister. A separate Haaretz investigation reveals 11 murders in a single neighborhood over six years, highlighting ongoing violence patterns that surprise no one.
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במפלגות החרדיות עולים להתקפה חזיתית נגד ח"כ יולי אדלשטיין ומאשימים אותו בפירוק הממשלה. בשיחה עם סרוגים טוענים גורמים חרדים כי מדובר בדרישות דרקוניות: "גם אם נעמוד ביעדי...
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הצצה נדירה לתוך הוועדה לבחירת שופטים, שעומדת בלב הסערה בישראל בשנתיים האחרונות: הוויכוח על הבכיר מפורום "קהלת", עיכוב קידום של מועמדת שהייתה "סלחנית" לפלסטינים, ההאשמה בתיעדוף מתמחים בעליון וחשיפה: האם יריב לוין נהנה? ynet מפרסם פרוטוקולים מתוך הישיבות שהובילו למינוי 196 שופטים חדשים
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בתום ישיבת סיעה דרמטית, מפלגתו של אריה דרעי החליטה לחבור ליהדות התורה במהלך לפיזור הכנסת והפלת הממשלה. בניסיון לעצור את כדור השלג: נתניהו ייפגש הערב עם אדלשטיין. מחר: מועצת גדולי התורה של אגודת ישראל תתכנס
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18:13Shas Joins Knesset Dissolution Vote

The newspapers report on Netanyahu's coalition government reaching collapse as the Shas party officially decided to support dissolving the Knesset. After a dramatic faction meeting, Aryeh Deri aligned with United Torah Judaism's position, with both ultra-Orthodox parties now united in bringing down the government over the military draft crisis (13tv, Haaretz, Israel Hayom, Maariv, n12, Srugim, Kipa, Walla). The decision follows Edelstein's proposed sanctions list against draft dodgers, including removing tax credits for working women, preventing housing discounts, and revoking driver's licenses (INN). Netanyahu scheduled an emergency evening meeting with Edelstein to prevent the snowball effect, while tomorrow's Council of Torah Sages will convene to formalize the religious ruling (13tv). Military operations continued in Gaza with the IDF striking Hamas infrastructure in the north and reportedly targeting Izz al-Din al-Qassam's senior military commander, the highest-ranking official not yet eliminated (Jerusalem Post, Mako). Commentary criticized the army for insufficient preparation after three soldiers died in a booby-trapped area, with Hamas continuing to mine the Strip (now14).
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המשבר בשיא, ובניסיון לפתור אותו נתניהו ייפגש הערב עם אדלשטיין. דרעי, ששתק בזמן שמנהיגי הזרם הליטאי פיזרו איום אחרי איום, זימן את חברי הסיעה לישיבה גורלית - ובסיומה הוחלט כי ש"ס תתמוך בפיזור הכנסת
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המפלגות החרדיות מציבות אולטימטום: אם חוק הגיוס לא יעבור – נלך לבחירות | בש"ס טוענים: "אדלשטיין תוקע את הכול מתוך נקמנות" | האופוזיציה תנצל את ההזדמנות ותקדם הצעה לפיזור הכנסת בשבוע הבא | הרב לנדו הורה לגפני: "לפרוש"
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19:23Edelstein Won't Fold As Government Falls

The newspapers report on Netanyahu's coalition government moving closer to collapse as the Shas party officially decided to support dissolving the Knesset, joining United Torah Judaism in opposing the military draft law. The crisis centers on Knesset Speaker Edelstein's refusal to compromise on harsh sanctions against ultra-Orthodox draft dodgers, including canceling daycare subsidies, education funding, and personal penalties even when quotas are met (Maariv, n12, now14, Ynet, Walla, Srugim). Netanyahu scheduled an emergency meeting with Edelstein to prevent the government's fall, but sources indicate Edelstein "won't fold" on his demands. Separately, the National Unity party joined a cross-party effort to remove Arab MK Ayman Odeh from the Knesset after he declared "Gaza will win," with initiator MK Boaron stating that someone supporting the enemy shouldn't receive salary from Israeli citizens (Davar). Defense coverage highlighted the Iron Beam laser system's advancement, with reports that its speed could eliminate air raid sirens and reduce shelter runs by intercepting threats much earlier in the process (Jerusalem Post, Mako).
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המפלגות החרדיות מציבות אולטימטום: אם חוק הגיוס לא יעבור – נלך לבחירות | בש"ס טוענים: "אדלשטיין תוקע את הכול מתוך נקמנות" | האופוזיציה תנצל את ההזדמנות ותקדם הצעה לפיזור הכנסת בשבוע הבא | הרב לנדו הורה לגפני: "לפרוש"
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על רקע הסכנה המתעצמת להישרדות הממשלה בעקבות איומי החרדים, ראש הממשלה נפגש עם יו"ר ועדת החוץ והביטחון - במטרה למנוע את פיזור הכנסת. בסיום הפגישה נתניהו מסר: "ניפגש מחר כדי לקדם את הפתרון"
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המפלגות החרדיות מציבות אולטימטום: אם חוק הגיוס לא יעבור – נלך לבחירות | בש"ס טוענים: "אדלשטיין תוקע את הכול מתוך נקמנות"; אדלשטיין: "צו השעה הוא קידום חוק גיוס אפקטיבי ואמיתי" | האופוזיציה תנצל את ההזדמנות ותקדם הצעה לפיזור הכנסת בשבוע הבא | הרב לנדו הורה לגפני: "לפרוש"
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20:32Netanyahu Claims Progress After Edelstein Meeting

The newspapers report on Netanyahu's attempt to salvage his coalition after meeting with Edelstein, with the Prime Minister claiming "there's a way to bridge the gaps" on the draft law crisis. Following the meeting, Netanyahu announced another session scheduled for tomorrow to advance a solution, while Edelstein maintained his commitment to IDF soldiers rather than dissolving the coalition (13tv, Davar, Maariv, Mako, n12, Srugim, Ynet, Kipa, Walla). The ultra-Orthodox parties remain united in threatening to dissolve the Knesset if the draft law doesn't pass, with Rabbi Lando instructing Gafni to resign from the coalition. Sources suggest Netanyahu may consider removing Edelstein from his committee position in exchange for preventing Knesset dissolution, though Haredi ministers indicate the Prime Minister will likely dismiss him anyway (Ynet). Separately, Justice Minister Levin seeks to advance firing the Attorney General while bypassing the selection committee, and the government quietly transferred 700 million shekels for Gaza aid (Haaretz, Kan).
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חשיפת חדשות 13: בהקלטות מחודש מרץ האחרון נשמע ראש הממשלה בשיחה יוצאת דופן עם רב בכיר, במהלכה הוא מפזר הבטחות, נלחם כדי לקבל זמן נוסף לחקיקת חוק הפטור הגיוס - ומודה: גלנט והלוי הודחו "מאחר שבלמו פתרון למשבר גיוס החרדים"
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21:06Netanyahu Admits Firing Officials For Draft Law

The newspapers report on leaked recordings from March revealing Netanyahu's admission that he fired Defense Minister Gallant and IDF Chief of Staff Halevi specifically to advance ultra-Orthodox draft exemption legislation. In the recordings, Netanyahu told a senior rabbi that "when they're against you, you can't move forward. Now we can. The military obstacle has been removed" (13tv, Haaretz, Ynet, Kipa). This revelation emerges as Netanyahu's coalition faces collapse over the same draft law crisis. Justice Minister Levin simultaneously advances dismissing Attorney General Baharav-Miara through a new procedure requiring only 75% government approval after a ministerial committee hearing, bypassing the standard selection committee (Davar, now14, Srugim). Public polling shows Bennett leading while most Israelis oppose including ultra-Orthodox parties in future coalitions, as Haredi parties prepare to support Knesset dissolution (n12, Mako).
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22:53Netanyahu Admits Firing Officials For Draft Exemptions

The newspapers report on leaked recordings revealing Netanyahu's explicit admission that he fired Defense Minister Gallant and IDF Chief of Staff Halevi specifically to advance ultra-Orthodox draft exemption legislation. In March recordings with Rabbi Moshe Hillel Hirsch, Netanyahu stated "we had enormous obstacles that we removed - when the Defense Minister and Chief of Staff are against you, you can't move forward, now we can" (Davar, Haaretz, Jerusalem Post, 13tv, Kipa). Despite removing these "military obstacles," the coalition crisis deepens as ultra-Orthodox parties threaten Knesset dissolution while demanding Speaker Edelstein's removal. Minister Amichai Elihu appeals directly to the Haredi community, stating "something has fallen in Israel" and urging participation in military burden-sharing (INN). Polling shows Bennett leading while most Israelis oppose including ultra-Orthodox parties in future coalitions, with the opposition preparing dissolution motions as negotiations continue over potentially replacing Edelstein to delay elections (Mako, n12, Walla, Ynet).
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