The resignation of lawmakers from the United Torah Judaism (UTJ) party has left Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu with a precarious 61-seat majority in Israel's Knesset. The resignation stemmed from disputes over mandatory military service, highlighting tensions surrounding the exemption for yeshiva students. UTJ's decision to exit was directed by their spiritual leader after repeated governmental violations against agreements impacting holy yeshiva students. The situation raises questions about the future stability of Netanyahu's coalition, especially regarding the position of Shas, another ultra-Orthodox party.
The resignation of the United Torah Judaism lawmakers threatens to undermine Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's control, leaving him with a precarious 61-seat majority in the Knesset.
The decision to resign was made in accordance with the directive of UTJ's spiritual leader, Rabbi Dov Lando, following repeated violations by the government.
Ultra-Orthodox parties emphasize that exemptions for yeshiva students from military service were key promises in their agreement to join Netanyahu's coalition.
The ultra-Orthodox lawmakers have historically threatened to exit the coalition over conscription issues, reflecting the ongoing tension around military service legislation.
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