Draft
Knesset passes in first reading bill to enshrine Torah study into Basic Law
The wording in the proposal emphasizes Torah study as “a fundamental value in the heritage of the Jewish people and in the State of Israel.”
Former haredim overlooked in draft debate, underrepresented in workforce, report finds
Ultra-Orthodox party paralyzes Knesset votes to force through military draft exemptions
Marathon Knesset meetings set to rapidly advance haredi parties’ contentious Torah study bill
Contentious WZC resolutions touch on draft, settlements, Oct 7 inquiry
Delegates at the 39th World Zionist Congress consider resolutions on military draft, sovereignty over the West Bank, and the October 7 inquiry.
WATCH: Two police officers injured during Haredi protests against draft dodger arrests
Two suspects were reportedly arrested and brought in for questioning.
Reservists Party principles: Zionist gov't, draft for everyone, Oct. 7 inquiry - interview
Those who don't serve shouldn't be allowed to run or vote for Knesset, Master Sergeant (Res.) Roy Frank says.
Haredi protesters block Jerusalem highway in protest against draft-dodger arrest orders
The police explained that rioters began to disrupt the order by blocking the traffic lanes near the String Bridge at the city's entrance.
There is no ‘crime of Torah study’: Haredi lies about draft dodger arrests - opinion
When haredi leaders and media outlets resort to hyperbole or even deliberate falsehoods, it undermines, rather than advances, meaningful progress in this vital national conversation.
High Court: Haredi students with unsettled military status won't get national insurance discounts
Yeshiva students who have not settled their status with the military or procured a valid exemption will not be eligible for relevant discounts on national insurance.
Mixed results, but haredi Hashmonaim Brigade plods on
The IDF is set to open its third haredi Hashmonaim Brigade Company, reflecting steady progress but highlighting ongoing challenges in haredi military integration.
Politicians decry attempts to allow haredi draft dodgers to travel to Uman, New York
The government decision to invest NIS 10 million to finance the various aspects of the annual haredi pilgrimage to Uman sparked widespread criticism.
WATCH: Haredi anti-draft protesters block Highway 4 near Bnei Brak
Several dozen protesters blocked the southbound direction of the highway, with others blocking the northbound direction.
Jordan to reinstate military draft amid tensions with Israel
Questions over the timing of the directive to reintroduce conscription were posed in a Sunday report by Israel's public broadcaster KAN News.
