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Ultra-Orthodox Soldiers Join IDF Amid Rising Tensions

1/6/2025

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On Sunday, around 50 ultra-Orthodox men took a bold step by enlisting in the IDF's newly formed Hahashmonaim Brigade, with another 100 anticipated by day's end. This groundbreaking initiative seeks to blend ultra-Orthodox soldiers into combat roles while honoring their religious beliefs, following a Supreme Court ruling that ended their military service exemption amid rising tensions.

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On Sunday, around 50 ultra-Orthodox men took a bold step by enlisting in the IDF's newly formed Hahashmonaim Brigade, with another 100 anticipated by day's end. This groundbreaking initiative seeks to blend ultra-Orthodox soldiers into combat roles while honoring their religious beliefs, following a Supreme Court ruling that ended their military service exemption amid rising tensions.