As per reports, the ultra-Orthodox Shas party initiated a boycott of votes on multiple bills within the Ministerial Committee on Legislation on Sunday (27 October).
• This decision stems from concerns regarding the government’s progress on legislation intended to exempt yeshiva students from mandatory service in the Israel Defense Forces (IDF).
• Labor Minister Yoav Ben-Tzur expressed the party’s position, highlighting the importance of addressing these legislative priorities for the ultra-Orthodox community. This development may influence the legislative agenda and the dynamics within the current coalition.