Haredi
Knesset passes in first reading bill to enshrine Torah study into Basic Law
The wording in the proposal emphasizes Torah study as “a fundamental value in the heritage of the Jewish people and in the State of Israel.”
Son of rabbi who verbally attacked IDF chief says father receives no state funding whatsoever
Knesset panel advances ultra-Orthodox bill to enshrine Torah study in Basic Law
'A national disgrace': Netanyahu, MKs decry rabbi who hurled abuse at Zamir at anti-draft rally
Ultra-Orthodox party paralyzes Knesset votes to force through military draft exemptions
The most recent proposal advanced is a bill that would halt the arrests of haredi draft evaders, which is set to be debated on Tuesday in the Knesset’s Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee.
The rate of young Haredim in tech has tripled
While the issue of Haredi conscription continues to agitate Israel, a first-of-its-kind study reveals a significant leap in the integration of Haredim into the tech sector.
Haredi protesters successfully halt draft dodger arrest near Jerusalem, police leave scene - report
Additional footage shared by KAN shows a police officer speaking with protesters, saying that "I didn't even bring any patrol cars, I came alone."
Religious identity remains Israel's strongest political divide, new IDI study finds
While the relationship between religion and political affiliation remained largely stable compared to the previous election, the study identified several notable shifts between 2021 and 2022.
Counterprotest begins in Bnei Brak after mass traffic disruption from ultra-orthodox draft protest
Between 1 p.m. and 4 p.m., hundreds of protesters are expected to arrive in Bnei Brak as part of a demonstration against inequality in the burden of service.
Marathon Knesset meetings set to rapidly advance haredi parties’ contentious Torah study bill
The bill seeks to enshrine Torah study in the country’s Basic Law as part of a proposal that critics argue encourages draft evasion and changes the status of yeshiva students who do not serve.
Police officer seen assaulting haredim at draft protest released after questioning
The officer was released without restrictions. The investigation was initiated last week, as several videos were circulated around social media showing the assaults.
WATCH: Police arrest two suspected of pulling gun, threatening haredi protesters blocking Highway 1
Jerusalem police arrested two suspects after a video surfaced showing an alleged firearm threat toward Haredi protesters blocking Highway 1.
Israel's gov't must not serve interests of ultra-Orthodox party leaders, opposition heads declare
Leader of the Democrats party, Yair Golan, called to “block every shekel that finances draft evasion,” as well as institutions that incite against service.
Haredi protests and Netanyahu trial cause tension in Israel
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