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Israel Drafts 54,000 Ultra-Orthodox Amid Political Turmoil

7/8/2025

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The Israeli army is set to send out 54,000 draft notices to ultra-Orthodox men, a significant shift following a Supreme Court ruling that ends their exemption. This move has ignited political strife within Prime Minister Netanyahu's coalition, with Haredi leaders warning of withdrawal if their legislative demands go unmet, all while the military grapples with a pressing manpower crisis.

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The Israeli army is set to send out 54,000 draft notices to ultra-Orthodox men, a significant shift following a Supreme Court ruling that ends their exemption. This move has ignited political strife within Prime Minister Netanyahu's coalition, with Haredi leaders warning of withdrawal if their legislative demands go unmet, all while the military grapples with a pressing manpower crisis.