Avigdor Liberman, head of Israel Beyteinu, has sent a letter to several opposition leaders outlining a set of binding principles he believes should guide the formation of a post-Netanyahu government. The framework, which was not sent to Benny Gantz, centers on universal conscription for all Israeli citizens at age 18, with the Israel Defense Forces determining assignments and the Defense Ministry overseeing civilian service. Liberman's proposal also includes strict sanctions for draft evasion and a benefits system rewarding only those who serve. The move comes amid shifting alliances within the opposition and ongoing debates about the controversial haredi conscription bill. Gantz criticized Liberman's plan as unclear and warned it could inadvertently empower far-right figures, while Liberman rejected Gantz's accusations and ruled out partnering with Arab parties that oppose universal conscription.
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