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
Haredi protesters block Jerusalem road over false reports of draft dodger arrest
In addition, Jerusalem District Police raided the homes of suspects connected to the June 1 haredi riots in Beit Shemesh.
Deri says Shas supports draft evaders during prison visit, calls to add Torah study to Basic Law
The visit was made to the Neve Tzedek Military Prison, and Deri was accompanied by other lawmakers from his party, including MK Michael Malkieli and Haim Biton.
Ultra-Orthodox protesters block Jerusalem's Tunnel Checkpoint after draft dodger arrested
Border Police officers from the Jerusalem periphery unit and Jerusalem District police officers are operating at the scene.
Israel is taxing its future to subsidize those who do not serve - opinion
The burden of war falls on young reservists, while Israel's budget rewards those who do not share the sacrifice.
Israel must stop tolerating anti-draft anarchy - opinion
The young men and women who put their lives on the line for all of us, including the yeshiva students, display more courage by realizing that a nation that will not defend itself is not worth saving.
Criticizing haredim is not antisemitism, and calling it that is dangerous - opinion
As the most visibly Jewish community in Israel, haredim face a reality mirrored on the streets of Brooklyn and London: those who look the “most Jewish” are often the most targeted.
Over 60 arrested following violent haredi protest at Supreme Court judge’s residence
Taieb clarified that the police are not treating this as a normal protest. According to him, this was a serious criminal event with real intent to harm.
Riot at Justice Sohlberg’s home exposes dangerous double standard on Israeli rule of law - comment
Leadership must choose: a law-abiding country where court rulings are binding and criminal acts carry consequences; or a country where every faction decides for itself which laws it recognizes.
Haredi daycare subsidies risk fueling enlistment backlash, political firestorms - analysis
The haredi parties may garner enough support from Netanyahu and the Likud to pass their childcare subsidy bill. But it may prove a hollow victory.
Two parades, one people - opinion
In New York City, thousands marched up Fifth Avenue to celebrate the Israel Day Parade. At the very same time, in Philadelphia, thousands gathered for the Adirei HaTorah celebration.
