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Avigdor Lieberman, leader of Yisrael Beiteinu, has signalled a major policy reversal after years of maintaining hardline positions against haredi military service. Previously drawing red lines against coalition with haredi parties and demanding full conscription without exemptions, Lieberman now indicates willingness to “recalculate the route” regarding draft accommodations.

The shift reflects pragmatic political calculations following recent election results. Lieberman has signalled preference for partnership with haredi parties over reliance on Arab parties, though deep animosity persists between Lieberman and Shas leader Arye Deri.

Prime Minister Netanyahu is expected to resist attempts to dissolve the current coalition agreement with haredi parties, though his influence among rabbinic leaders has reportedly weakened, complicating coalition negotiations.

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