Ultra-Orthodox
High Court: State’s haredi draft enforcement update ‘does not satisfy’ amid Iran war tensions
“In these pressing times, today’s hearing was canceled,” the court wrote. “But the need to enforce the obligation of military enlistment is steadily increasing.”
When first graders in Modi’in sang 'You Won’t Defeat Me,' I cried - opinion
When I sat next to a haredi: A moment of humanity in amid division in Israel - opinion
Should control of the Western Wall be delegated to one sect of Judaism over another? - editorial
Iran’s 400% espionage surge in Israel: Rising threats and societal vulnerabilities - opinion
Israeli security foils numerous Iranian spying attempts, but intelligence damage exposes a growing national vulnerability.
Netanyahu's political opposition must present clear policies - opinion
Israel’s opposition unites against Netanyahu, but lacks policies to present a clear alternative government.
Haredi parties accuse Knesset foreign affairs committee legal adviser of stalling draft bill
According to senior haredi party figures quoted by Maariv, some of Frenkel-Shor’s conditions are not purely legal in nature but reflect “an ideological approach.”
Tearing Israel apart: Jew-on-Jew violence in Bnei Brak is unacceptable - opinion
Two female soldiers were attacked in Bnei Brak; if we believe in Torah and unity, Jew-on-Jew violence can never be tolerated.
Study shows how Israel's economy funnels money to ultra-Orthodox families through benefit programs
The study, titled "On Taxes and Wonders," mapped, for the first time comprehensively, all that Israeli citizens give to the state and all that they receive from it.
Ultra-Orthodox rioters to remain in custody after chasing female IDF soldiers, clashing with police
The suspects' arrests were extended until Wednesday, and one additional suspect, aged 12, was granted conditional release, the statement added.
Bnei Brak clashes reflect long-building tensions within haredi society, researcher says - interview
An Israel Democracy Institute researcher says the violence reflects long-standing shifts within haredi society and mounting friction over IDF conscription.
Haredi chickens come home to roost - opinion
This catastrophic situation in Israel is the fault of the haredi leadership.
WATCH: Israel Police rescue two female IDF soldiers chased by ultra-Orthodox mob in Bnei Brak
Over 20 arrested as haredi parties condemn violence, stress it does not reflect the broader haredi community.
Socioeconomic intervention needed to save haredi periphery towns - opinion
Haredi women in the periphery are more educated, with increased matriculation certificates or academic degrees: 41% vs 34% in the center. Geography itself has a tangible effect on haredi lifestyles.
