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Protests Erupt Over Controversial Ultra-Orthodox Draft Law

11/29/2025

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Protests in Jerusalem targeted a new draft law to conscript ultra-Orthodox men into the Israeli military.
Critics call the proposal a privilege for "draft-dodgers" and say it imposes minimal penalties for evasion.
Historically, ultra-Orthodox communities have been exempt from military service to study in religious institutions.
The Supreme Court of Israel ordered the government to present a viable conscription plan, citing "flagrant inequality" amid ongoing military needs.

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Protests in Jerusalem targeted a new draft law to conscript ultra-Orthodox men into the Israeli military.
Critics call the proposal a privilege for "draft-dodgers" and say it imposes minimal penalties for evasion.
Historically, ultra-Orthodox communities have been exempt from military service to study in religious institutions.
The Supreme Court of Israel ordered the government to present a viable conscription plan, citing "flagrant inequality" amid ongoing military needs.