Yuli Edelstein
Middle Israel: Why Netanyahu's political formula no longer works - opinion
Edelstein and Eisenkot are representatives of two populations that were wheels of the social wagon Netanyahu rode to Israel’s helm: the so-called Moroccans and Russians.
Culture Minister Zohar releases video skewering the film industry
Political rivals Lapid, Edelstein, surprisingly align on national priorities - analysis
Likud's Yuli Edelstein leaves party after two decades, reportedly will start new right-wing party
Yuli Edelstein stands on principle for crafting conscription law for haredi population - editorial
Yosef’s words reveal the ugly truth behind the ultra-Orthodox parties’ opposition to military service: Is it actually about Torah study or religious obligation?
With the haredi parties out of gov't, future of haredi draft bill unclear - analysis
The bill likely hinges on whether or not Edelstein remains head of the Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee.
Haredi exit from gov't pushes Netanyahu forward in election polls, survey finds
In this scenario, neither bloc has enough seats to form a government. The current coalition holds 53 seats, while the opposition, plus Bennett, totals 57.
'My conscience is clear': Why MK Yuli Edelstein won't settle for a soft haredi draft - interview
"This law ends the phenomenon of pretending to study Torah. To me, that’s a disgrace to the world of Torah," Edelstein told Maariv.
Shas spiritual leaders order party members to quit government
Shas's leaders directed MKs not to topple the government, though their decision shrinks Netanyahu's coalition to 29 MKs.
As Israel grieves, Netanyahu puts coalition deals ahead of national sacrifice - editorial
The IDF does not belong to one segment of society. The physical defense of the state cannot rest on the shoulders of some while others stand apart and watch.
Netanyahu offers to fire Edelstein for haredi parties staying in coalition
Edelstein called on haredi politicians to exhibit “national responsibility” and refrain from toppling the government over their insistence to exempt at least half of eligible haredim from IDF draft.
Edelstein to haredim: Now is not time to topple government
Knesset Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee chair Yuli Edelstein called on haredi politicians to exhibit “national responsibility.”
With backs to the wall on IDF draft, Haredi MKs slam Edelstein, A-G
Edelstein has yet to present the text of a new law proposal based on agreements reached with haredi representatives on June 12, the eve of Israel’s attack against Iran.
Haredi parties ramp up pressure after Edelstein IDF draft bill delayed
The boycott marked an uptick in the haredi parties’ pressure campaign, as they had previously refrained from boycotting the plenum on Monday.