"Israeli High Court Ruling Poses Major Challenge for Netanyahu's Rule"

Israel's supreme court has ordered an end to government subsidies for ultra-Orthodox men who do not serve in the army, posing a significant challenge to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's coalition government. The ruling follows delays by the government in presenting a proposal to enhance the military enlistment of ultra-Orthodox men, who have historically been exempt from conscription. Netanyahu, facing a split in his government over the issue, requested an extension to find a compromise, but the court did not respond. The decision could lead to deep political and social consequences, potentially forcing new elections if the ultra-Orthodox parties leave the government.