Likud MK: Haredi draft law won't be able to pass in Knesset

• Published date: 27 March 2024
• Author: 103FM VIA MAARIV ONLINE
• Publication title: Jerusalem Post, The: Web Edition Articles (Israel)

"I do not believe that the government's current [version of the law] as published is the law that will ultimately pass. I didn't write it. Moreover, no one consulted me before they wrote it," he clarified

Milwidsky argued that he would oppose the law in its current form: "In my opinion, this draft as it is currently presented is not something that can pass in the Knesset." He opposed raising the exemption age: "No, in my opinion, the exemption age should be 21."

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He added on the subject: "The issue is not whether I will vote for it. As a Likud Knesset member, like me, there are many who do not feel comfortable with this draft... Therefore, I think there is no real possibility that this draft in this version will come to a vote and pass in the Knesset. The one I would expect to hear a clear statement from on these issues is the defense minister; he may know more than anyone else about the needs [of the army]."

In addition, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is not expected to give up on the attempt to pass the conscription law in its current form, as reported this morning on KAN Reshet Bet. Netanyahu also sent a message to his colleagues in the Likud who are uncomfortable with the...