Knesset member Hanoch Milwidsky (Likud) opposes current draft law, not consulted on it before.
Netanyahu's announcement canceling his US trip comes as the prime minister battles for his political life domestically.
Netanyahu canceled a scheduled visit to Washington by two of his most senior aides who were due to hear US ideas about operational alternatives.
With the immediate and long-term requirement for battle-trained soldiers going up, the haredi leadership is doubling down on its rhetoric.
Benny Gantz and some Likud members have expressed strong opposition to the proposed plan.
Gantz sends message to Netanyahu: "People will not tolerate it; I cannot be part of this emergency government if this law passes."
Israelis should have been told the truth by October 8. They received lie after lie instead. The only ones who believe we are a people united are the terrorists.
MK Meir Cohen criticizes cabinet members Ganz and Eisenkot, stating they have little influence on the government's conduct, calling them an "oxygen balloon" for Netanyahu.
Netanyahu has been rumored to be ready to extend the Haredi exemption from IDF and national service in practice while trying to make some symbolic gesture toward greater service.
The survey also shows that most Jews in Israel will not celebrate Purim this year,
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