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Global Haredi Leaders Rally Against Yeshiva Student Conscription

8/25/2025

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Rabbis Oppose Conscription

Ultra-Orthodox rabbis organized prayer gatherings globally to oppose government conscription of yeshiva students.
Rabbi Dov Lando warned that military service endangers the Haredi lifestyle and called for international support.
Rabbi Yitzhak Yosef praised Torah scholars, while Rabbi David Stav criticized Haredi leaders for ignoring social responsibilities.
Events took place in cities like Antwerp and New York, showcasing strong Haredi resistance to conscription.
Tensions rose following an arrest related to threats against Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara.

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Rabbis Resist Draft

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Experts indicate famine conditions in Gaza as the Israeli military prepares to mobilize 60,000 reservists amid increasing casualties.
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Rabbis Oppose Conscription

Ultra-Orthodox rabbis organized prayer gatherings globally to oppose government conscription of yeshiva students.
Rabbi Dov Lando warned that military service endangers the Haredi lifestyle and called for international support.
Rabbi Yitzhak Yosef praised Torah scholars, while Rabbi David Stav criticized Haredi leaders for ignoring social responsibilities.
Events took place in cities like Antwerp and New York, showcasing strong Haredi resistance to conscription.
Tensions rose following an arrest related to threats against Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara.

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