Thwarted by Haredi intransigence, Netanyahu may push to dissolve Knesset within days (opens original article in a new tab)

Prime Minister Netanyahu may dissolve the Knesset to block Haredi initiatives, following pressure from ultra-Orthodox parties and public opposition to draft exemption bills. Haredi leaders feel they have lost leverage after agreeing to early elections.

• Ultra-Orthodox parties Shas and UTJ pushed for legislation benefiting draft evaders, leading Netanyahu to consider dissolving the Knesset
• Netanyahu may push for Knesset dissolution to block Haredi initiatives amid public opposition
• Haredi parties' legislative boycott has stalled coalition agenda, with elections possibly on October 20
• Haredi officials feel thwarted after losing leverage over Netanyahu's decisions