United Torah Judaism, an ultra-Orthodox political party in Israel, announced it would exit the coalition government due to disagreements over legislation on military draft exemptions for its members. This decision reflects long-standing tensions between secular and religious factions in Israeli society, especially as the Gaza conflict elevates military service demands. Previously, a court ruling mandated drafting ultra-Orthodox men, which the government has struggled to implement. The resignation reduces Prime Minister Netanyahu's majority to a slim one seat, potentially jeopardizing his government if another ultra-Orthodox party, Shas, follows suit.
United Torah Judaism announced the resignation of its seven parliament members from the coalition government due to disagreements over military draft exemptions for ultra-Orthodox students.
The party cited violations of commitments by the government regarding the status of Jewish seminary students, prompting their exit at a crucial time amid the Gaza conflict.
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