Israel opposition figure makes U-turn on ultra-Orthodox draft to oust Netanyahu

Arab News · AFP · 2026-11-06 10:12 UTC

A hard-line Israeli opposition figure is easing demands on ultra-Orthodox military service to potentially form a coalition against Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. The political stalemate stems from a polarized electorate after recent elections.

- The move seeks to form a coalition to challenge Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu

- Neither Netanyahu nor opposition leader Gadi Eisenkot achieved a majority in the recent election

Jerusalem: A hard-line figure in the Israeli opposition said Friday he would moderate longtime demands that ultra-Orthodox Jews serve in the military, seeking a coalition that can oust Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

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