Immigration Minister Ofir Sofer has publicly vowed to vote against the government's proposed legislation on ultra-Orthodox military enlistment, even at the risk of losing his cabinet position. Sofer criticized the bill as lacking courage and failing to bring about real change, calling for immediate and meaningful conscription measures instead of prolonged exemptions. He urged his colleagues in Religious Zionism to oppose the bill and insisted that coalition members must confront the reality of the situation. Other lawmakers within the party have also voiced opposition, and there are indications that the bill may not have enough support within the coalition to pass.
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