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Gadi Eisenkot has vowed not to compromise on military service for all citizens as he works to form a new government, according to Times of Israel reporting. The potential coalition negotiations face significant obstacles, particularly from the United Torah Judaism (UTJ) party, which is insisting on preservation of religious draft exemptions as a condition for joining the government.

Eisenkot has promised to establish a new government as quickly as possible, though the talks remain fraught with competing demands. While UTJ demands the maintenance of the current Haredi status quo regarding military service, other potential coalition members including Avigdor Liberman have dismissed the possibility of relying on Arab parties to form a majority.

The issue of universal military service has become a central point of contention in coalition negotiations, with Eisenkot’s firm stance potentially complicating efforts to secure a governing majority in the Knesset.

Sources: Ynet, www.israelhayom.co.il, Times of Israel