Afik said that the legislation, in its current form, could allow Torah students to receive the same academic aid benefits as reservists, among other state benefits.

Gafni urges Netanyahu to advance the Torah study bill unchanged amid coalition tensions. Israeli parliament dissolved by July 31 at 74% YES.

Afik said that the legislation, in its current form, could allow Torah students to receive the same academic aid benefits as reservists, among other state benefits.