Israeli Army Makes Statement on Military Status of Ultra-Orthodox Jews
The Israeli army spokesman shared details about the process of recruiting ultra-Orthodox Jews into the military. The statement said that the recruitment process, which will begin on July 21, covers recruitment for the next year. The army emphasized that it will continue to act in accordance with political decisions and legal regulations and announced that recruitment from all segments of society will continue.
Ultra-Orthodox Jews Block Roads to Protest Military Conscription Decision
Following the announcement of the draft decision, ultra-Orthodox Jews who oppose military service lay down on the road to protest a highway near Biney Barak. The group blocked traffic by chanting slogans such as “We will die, we will not join the army.” Israeli police intervened in the prosecutors and detained 9 people. The footage shows police using a water cannon vehicle to intervene in the prosecutors and pushing those lying on the road aside.
Ultra-Orthodox Jews Debate Conscription
Israeli secular parties want religious Jews to serve in the military, especially at a time when tensions in the region are rising. But the ultra-Orthodox parties are strongly opposed to this, and the issue has sparked political and social debate.
Supreme Court Rules to Exempt Ultra-Orthodox Jews from Military Service
The Israeli Supreme Court has ruled that there is no legal basis for exempting ultra-Orthodox Jewish men from compulsive military service. This decision has become a major topic of debate in the country. It was stated that those who refuse to serve will not be able to benefit from state support once the exemption ends. The stance of ultra-Orthodox Jews on military service continues to influence cultural and political dynamics in the country.
