Knesset Faces Potential Dissolution Amid Netanyahu's Coalition Crisis Over Draft Exemptions
The Israeli Knesset is poised to hold a preliminary vote on dissolving itself, a move that could lead to early elections. This development arises from a coalition crisis faced by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, primarily due to disagreements over military draft exemptions for ultra-Orthodox men. The ultra-Orthodox parties have demanded elections, citing the government's failure to advance legislation that would exempt yeshiva students from military service. Netanyahu is attempting to secure support for the draft bill or persuade undecided coalition lawmakers to abstain. However, several lawmakers, including members of Netanyahu's Likud Party and the ultra-Orthodox United Torah Judaism alliance, oppose the legislation, arguing it would harm yeshiva students. The timing of potential elections remains uncertain, with Netanyahu favoring a late October date, while ultra-Orthodox parties push for September. 
