Haredi parties

Haredi parties back down as a bill advancing in a 6-4 committee vote will not equate Torah study with IDF service under the Basic Law. Combat veterans with PTSD interrupted the hearing, accusing politicians of exploiting them for political gain.

Hendel vows to boycott Haredi parties, while Gantz and Simhi have not ruled out joining them in a coalition. Ongoing meetings are being held as the chair remains on active IDF duty.

Prime Minister Netanyahu states that the pursuit of 'total victory' against Iran and its proxies 'never ends' and aims to form a broad government after the election including far-right and Haredi parties, continuing the judicial overhaul.

Political correspondent Ariela Karmel discusses the Knesset's agenda and challenges of building a coalition without Haredi and Arab parties ahead of the October election. The analysis focuses on how Israel's political parties are positioning themselves for the upcoming vote.

Haredi parties denied a report claiming a deal with Netanyahu to pass multiple pre-election bills. The report also stated an agreement on an October 20 election date and that Shas and Degel HaTorah abandoned a daycare subsidy law to advance conscription-related legislation.

Haredi parties have rejected the latest draft exemption bill, with their spiritual leader accusing Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of using the legislation as an electoral tactic rather than allowing it to pass. The rejection sets the stage for potential September elections.