Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's coalition rushed through a series of controversial bills before the Knesset dissolved ahead of the October 27 election, a move analysts say is aimed at preserving support from his ultra-Orthodox and far-right allies.
Reported by CNN, the legislation includes measures protecting ultra-Orthodox military draft exemptions and declaring Torah study a foundational state value.
Within hours of passage, opposition parties challenged the law in court, prompting a temporary injunction.
Other measures approved include legislation limiting the attorney general's authority, changes to broadcasting regulations and expanded gender-segregated academic programmes. Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich also announced new settlement funding in the West Bank.
According to CNN, Netanyahu's opponents argue the legislative push prioritizes coalition politics over national interests, while his allies believe it will strengthen his electoral position.
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