Opposition MKs rally against haredi draft exemption bill, vow to fight – Israel Politics

Opposition MKs rally against haredi draft exemption bill, vow to fight – Israel Politics

National MKs Benny Gantz, Gadi Eisenkot, and Chili Tropper hosted a conference on Monday in the Knesset to fight the government’s intention to exempt the majority of haredi men from military service. Gantz called the developing bill a “bluff” and refuted the claim that in the previous government, he and his colleagues were willing … Read more

Israel’s politicians lament refusal to target Tehran’s nuclear sites

Israel’s politicians lament refusal to target Tehran’s nuclear sites

The decision not to attack “strategic and economic targets” in Iran was “mistaken,” and Israel can and must exact a “far heavier” price from Tehran, opposition leader MK Yair Lapid said on Saturday. The Yesh Atid chairman congratulated the Israel Air Force, which exhibited the “highest operational capabilities in the world” in the Saturday … Read more

Yair Lapid introduces financial aid plan for reservists – Israel Politics

Yair Lapid introduces financial aid plan for reservists – Israel Politics

Opposition leader Yair Lapid introduced a detailed plan on Monday to aid reservists and their families financially. The Yesh Atid leader presented his plan during a press conference prior to a faction meeting. The plan begins with raising the salaries and bonuses for reservists. Lapid proposed to raise the minimum wage for reservists, which … Read more