Netanyahu's coalition survived dissolution by 61-53 votes after ultra-Orthodox parties withdrew their threats following Speaker Edelstein's announcement of draft legislation "understandings." The reprieve came at a cost - Housing Minister Goldknopf resigned on orders from the Ger Rebbe, claiming coalition agreements weren't upheld.
Simultaneously, reports emerged that Israel completed preparations for striking Iran within days without American assistance. The International Atomic Energy Agency declared Iran in violation of nuclear commitments for the first time in 20 years. Iran responded by launching military exercises targeting "enemy movements" and threatening retaliation with "hundreds of missiles."
Trump's intervention complicated strike plans, stating he was "close to an agreement" with Iran and didn't want Israel to interfere. American officials warned of mass casualties from Iranian retaliation while restricting US staff movement in Israel. Netanyahu appointed a temporary Shin Bet chief as the current head's term expired amid the crisis.