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Israel is bracing for intensifying demonstrations this week after Saturday night saw one of the largest anti-government gatherings since Oct. 7.
The Israeli prime minister had asked for another extension—this time for 30 days—so he could reach a political agreement on the issue.
While the government has appeared shaky in recent days as it comes under pressure over the issue of haredi enlistment, the coalition isn’t really in danger, experts tell JNS.
“I say to them in a clear manner...It’s on you to take an immediate decision to recognize a Palestinian state,” said Mansour Abbas in an Arabic-language interview.
More than 2,000 pro-Hamas Jordanians marched on the Israeli diplomatic mission for the third consecutive day.
The Netanyahu government decided to hold off on bringing its IDF enlistment bill to the Cabinet for approval.
After breaking up his political alliance with Benny Gantz on March 12, New Hope Party leader Gideon Sa’ar had demanded a spot on the War Cabinet.
The plans by Spain, Malta, Slovenia and Ireland send the message that “murderous terror attacks on Israelis” will be rewarded, according to Jerusalem.
The passing of such a law would constitute a “red line” even during peacetime, said Gantz, a key member of Israel’s War Cabinet.
The suspect was soon arrested.
The judges agreed that sending them home would risk possible future care.
“This coalition will combat the vilification worldwide,” Israel Katz says.