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A controversial Basic Law aimed at protecting Torah study participants from military draft requirements passed its first reading in Israel. Four coalition MKs opposed the legislation, which faces sharp criticism from legal authorities, while opposition politicians pledged to repeal it if they form the next government.

A High Court petition has been filed over the state comptroller election following coalition MKs filming their votes. The watchdog argues that a secret ballot is essential to protect lawmakers' voting freedom and maintain the state comptroller's independence and impartiality.

Coalition MKs boasted on X after arguing with Arab lawmakers during a Knesset vote on controversial bills. The article also mentions delays in aid for the north and coalition members' aggressive behavior in discussions about settler violence.

Coalition MKs disrupted a Knesset event focused on violence against Palestinians, stealing food and assaulting the daughter-in-law of a slain hostage. The event addressed unchecked settler attacks, with an MK warning colleagues labeled 'terrorist' they would be expelled from the country.