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Government will collapse in December without Haredi draft law, MK warns

United Torah Judaism leader Moshe Gafni warns coalition may not survive beyond December if draft exemption bill isn’t passed in early winter session

Amir Ettinger | 09.14.25

Inside a Haredi Jerusalem home: Hidden Passover kitchen, Torah study

A philanthropic Haredi family in Jerusalem opens their four-story home to the public during 'Inside Homes Jerusalem,' showcasing elegant design that blends tradition and modernity, with guest-friendly spaces for children and grandchildren

Miri Ben-David Livi | 09.12.25

Terrorists in Jerusalem attack killed by two ultra-Orthodox men, one serves in Haredi IDF unit

The civilian used a pistol once carried by his grandfather, a longtime police volunteer, while on his way to yeshiva; alongside him, a Haredi platoon commander from the IDF’s Hasmonean Brigade also opened fire, helping to neutralize the attackers

Shilo Freid, Yoav Zitun | 09.08.25

Coalition pushes talks on Haredi draft exemptions as IDF warns of major enlistment gap

Knesset’s Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee holds first of three sessions this week on draft exemption law, as IDF says ultra-Orthodox recruitment rose but remains far below military needs

Amir Ettinger, Shilo Freid | 09.07.25

משלחת הרבנים החרדים הבכירים במסע גיוס הכספים בארה"ב

Reservist groups lobby global donors against funding yeshivas that shun military service

Ahead of a global fundraising event for yeshivas, reservist groups appeal to donors to back programs blending Torah learning with military duty, warning against funding men who avoid enlistment

Shilo Freid | 09.05.25

Haredi IDF recruits singing Israel's national anthem Hatikvah at basic training graduation ceremony

'Retarded, evil, rude and a fool': Yeshiva head blasts student for enlisting in IDF

Storm erupts at top Jerusalem yeshiva after student joins IDF's Haredi brigade, prompting fierce backlash from Rabbi Benjamin Rimmer, who denounced move as betrayal of Torah values and warned others against following suit

Shilo Freid | 09.04.25

טקס ההצהרה של הפלוגה השנייה של החטיבה החרדית "החשמונאים"

Being the bridge between Torah and military service is a privilege, says Haredi IDF soldier

As many in the Haredi community stand aside, a growing number of Haredi soldiers are integrating into the IDF, serving on the frontlines, leading units, and demonstrating how religious values can coexist with military duty

Shilo Freid | 09.03.25

Dozens of ultra-Orthodox men enlist in IDF: 'Proud to serve and protect Israel'

Families expressed pride, hope, and concern as dozens of ultra-Orthodox recruits joined IDF units; 'Soldiers gave all that was dear to them — now it’s our turn'

Shilo Freid | 09.01.25

Haredi families get more holiday food voucher aid than reservists, other low-income families

Bnei Brak prioritized Haredi families in holiday food voucher distribution, ignoring other low-income families in need, sparking criticism from the High Court; Families of seven or more received 750 shekels ($210), while reserve soldiers’ families got only 400 shekels ($112)

Shilo Freid | 09.01.25

Former Chief Rabbi Yitzhak Yosef: 'If military police come to Yeshivas, stand up to them'

In his weekly lecture, Rabbi Yitzhak Yosef urged students not to fear military police seeking to arrest draft dodgers, adding that Torah study protects Israel more than military service

Shilo Freid | 08.31.25

תלמידים ותלמידות מגיעים לבית הספר גבריאלי בתל אביב

Special education set to soar 10.4% this year — nine times faster than general schools

Israel’s special education system will grow from 354,000 to 391,000 students in 2025/26, adding $751.8 million to the budget; Ultra-Orthodox schools also expand, and teacher numbers rise sharply to meet demand

Shahar Ilan | 08.31.25

דיון מינוי יו"ר ועדת חוץ וביטחון בוועדת הכנסת

New York is 'sublime spiritual experience': Haredi politician urges Netanyahu to allow draft dodgers to leave country

As tens of thousands of reservists will be drafted once again during the holidays for Gideon's Chariots II, the government is making efforts to allow thousands of draft dodgers to leave Israel to participate in Rosh Hashanah festivities; In addition to Uman, haredi politician Yitzhak Goldknopf is now asking PM to expand the travel outline

Amir Ettinger | 08.26.25

Switzerland adapts resorts for Orthodox Jewish tourists, offers kosher phone guidance

In Davos and Saas Valley, special representatives help Haredi tourists navigate local rules, enjoy vacation safely and avoid misunderstandings — while teaching locals about Jewish customs and traditions

Itamar Eichner | 08.21.25

Ultra-Orthodox protesters block major Israeli highways over army draft arrests

Massive traffic jams hit central Israel as fringe Jerusalem Faction activists, protesting arrest of draft dodgers, block key junctions on Highways 2, 4 and 6; in dramatic footage, protesters beat on a car that broke through—one clung to the roof

Ynet correspondents | 08.20.25

'Free Palestine' spraypainted on cars of Jewish families vacationing in France

Amid tensions between Netanyahu and Macron, Haredi vacationers in the French Alpine village of Châtel find ‘Free Palestine’ spraypainted on their car; 'It’s a horrifying feeling, and the police are not taking the case seriously,' one says

Itamar Eichner | 08.20.25

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