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'Torah study is the center of my life': Haredi man surprised to receive IDF draft notice
1,000 ultra-Orthodox men are expected to receive their IDF draft notices this week, and for many, the requirement to leave behind the world of Torah study is leaving them wondering how they'll fit in, if at all; 'This is not something I had planned at this stage of my life'
Shilo Freid
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07.22.24
First 1,000 draft notices to be sent to ultra-Orthodox young men this week, not clear how many will respond
After decades of struggle, and in the face of fierce opposition from the ultra-Orthodox leadership, the IDF will begin sending out draft notices to yeshiva student recruits on Sunday
Shiloh Frid
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07.21.24
Former chief rabbi calls on ultra-Orthodox to tear up draft notices
Rabbi Yitzhak Yosef tells Haredi men they should not enlist even if they dropped out of yeshiva, says heads of the Torah institutions will accompany them to prison
Shilo Freid
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07.16.24
IDF to send draft notices to Haredim on Sunday
IDF says can no longer rely on ultra-Orthodox volunteers and will send draft notices to thousands of Haredim who are eligible for service and are not currently studying Torah; Haredi movements plan to protest against conscription on major highway
Yossi Yehoshua
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07.16.24
Haredi mob attacks IDF commanders visiting Bnei Brak
Officers arrive to discuss ultra-Orthodox conscription to the military with local leaders when rioters storm their vehicle, blocking their path and throwing objects at them, causing light injuries
ynet correspondents
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07.16.24
The Haredi star making waves on TikTok
Kerry Bar Cohn opens up about immigrating to Israel and readjusting from American culture to Israeli customs, societal expectations and a bit of overall culture shock; Now, via TikTok, she communicates with other ultra-orthodox about food, faith and life
Tchia Barak
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07.15.24
'Haredim want to console bereaved families, but fear hatred toward them'
New initiative brings together Haredi community with bereaved families whose sons or daughters fell in war; they light candles, recite Psalms and pray for fallen soldier's soul
Yogev Israely
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07.07.24
Ultra-Orthodox rabbis from Israel raised $60 million in the US due to losses from military service refusal
Meetings to raise funds for Haredi yeshivas facing shortfalls after funds were withheld for students refusing to enlist were held in synagogues and conference halls; The goal for the fundraising push is $107 million
Shilo Freid
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06.25.24
As Haredim get a free pass, burden on reservists set to increase
Analysis: While the Netanyahu government persists in ignoring the needs of the IDF and handing the ultra-Orthodox a free pass, thousands of reservists are expected to receive new marching orders, extending their deployment to over six months since the war began; 'This constitutes a genuine emergency'
Yossi Yehoshua
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06.16.24
Knesset approves 'continuity' in exemption of Haredi's from service
Defense Minister is only nay vote in coalition, criticizing 'small politics on the backs of soldiers' as IDF calls up reserve troops repeatedly to fill the ranks amid war; vote ensures immediate survival of Netanyahu coalition
ynet correspondents
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06.11.24
Defense minister will vote against Haredi draft bill as tensions roil government
Opposition stands united in opposing current bill which would draft only 3,000 Haredi men to the IDF, Netanyahu's coalition is fragmented and the bill could fail when it comes to a vote Monday; Unclear what the consequences will be for Yoav Gallant
Moran Azulay
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06.10.24
Haredi women packing heat, take arms to protect their community
A group of women from the ultra-Orthodox community asked the Israel Police to give them both the training and the weaponry required to pull their weight in safeguarding Jerusalem; 'I am truly doing my mission, what I feel needs to be done since October 7'
Nir (Shoko) Cohen
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05.31.24
New Jersey mayor faces charges for preventing employment of 'guys with big hats and curls'
Linden mayor Derek Armstead is heard in recorded calls warning of the alleged effect of the increased Haredi population; 'These places have become hell'
Daniel Edelson, New York
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05.28.24
'Although we all serve, as Haredi's we're seen as draft dodgers,' brother of fallen soldier says
Dovi Yudkin, says his brother Israel, killed in Gaza wanted to fight Hamas that kills Jews and Israelis of all stripes; 'we are all part of that'
Nir (Shoko) Cohen
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05.27.24
Police, pilgrims clash at Mount Meron as access restricted due to security concerns
Hundreds force their way into military-restricted zone amid recurring Hezbollah attacks; violent clashes lead to suspension of officers pending investigation
Yair Kraus
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05.26.24
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