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IDF Welcomes First Haredi Soldiers Amid Rising Tensions

8/7/2025

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On August 6, 2025, the Israel Defense Forces celebrated a historic milestone at the Western Wall, as the Hasmonean Brigade welcomed its first company of Haredi soldiers after seven months of rigorous training. This momentous event comes amidst rising societal tensions surrounding Haredi military service, as the IDF strives to bolster its ranks amid the ongoing Gaza conflict.

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On August 6, 2025, the Israel Defense Forces celebrated a historic milestone at the Western Wall, as the Hasmonean Brigade welcomed its first company of Haredi soldiers after seven months of rigorous training. This momentous event comes amidst rising societal tensions surrounding Haredi military service, as the IDF strives to bolster its ranks amid the ongoing Gaza conflict.