Haredi
Government tells High Court draft arrests risk civil war, says case outcome 'known in advance'
“Israel needs haredi recruits, not haredi detainees,” the government said, arguing that arrests of yeshiva students could reverse a gradual increase in enlistment and risk civil war.
One people cannot survive under two laws: What pushed Israel's deputy FM to resign - opinion
Most religious Zionists prefer dialogue over legislation to solve Israel's social issues - poll
Divider-in-chief: How Netanyahu is ruining Israel-Diaspora relations - opinion
Haredi protests and Netanyahu trial cause tension in Israel
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Several haredi rabbis protesting women in IDF tank units skip meeting with IDF chief Zamir
While several prominent Hesder Yeshivot rabbis were present, The Jerusalem Post has learned that rabbis from one-third of Hesder Yeshivot who have announced a boycott of the move were not.
Following hours of haredi draft protests, Israeli highways reopen to traffic
Protests cause heavy traffic on 29 major roads • Social media footage shows protesters and secular citizens in violent physical altercations • MKs Goldknopf, Malkieli attended protests
Haredi leaders say they will support Knesset dissolution if no progress made on draft bills
According to their statement, Netanyahu "made it clear at the meeting that he is committed to approving the laws and will work to advance them quickly."
Haredi parties continue to boycott coalition voting over Torah Study bill
Shas Party leader Arye Deri also attributed the boycott of coalition voting to the recent rise in police arrests of haredi draft evaders.
Ramat Hasharon to force mall to close on Shabbat after religious controversy
The city began pursuing an amended bylaw that would allow broader Shabbat commerce in certain areas, but it has not received the required approval. Until that changes, the existing bylaw remains.
'Release Sohlberg's hostages': Soldiers, haredi protesters clash outside of Military Prison 10
Sohlberg has become a focal point of such protests following his order to increase arrests of draft evaders, the peak of which took place on June 3, when a haredi riot broke out outside of his home.
Israel’s unholy alliance between religion and politics must end - opinion
Israel’s wartime unity is strained as ultra-Orthodox draft exemptions fuel a deepening political crisis and public backlash.
Shas spiritual leader: Iran deal is punishment for draft dodger arrests, A-G is 'wicked woman'
"Trump turned against us because of the decrees being imposed on Torah scholars and because they are being arrested,” Yosef said.
For kids’ sake: Shanti House battles the odds to save Israel's abandoned youth
Shanti House provides a safe haven for children and young adults seeking resources and a place to call home when they find themselves on the streets or in unsafe home environments.
