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Jerusalem braces for mass ultra-Orthodox protest against military draft on Thursday

Up to half a million expected at ultra-Orthodox ‘million rally’ against drafting yeshiva students; Highway 1 closures and major disruptions expected in Jerusalem as rabbis urge calm

Sivan Hilaie, Shilo Freid | 10.29.25

IDF reservists vow to fight renewed push for draft-exemption bill: 'We’ll stop it with our bodies'

Decades-old debate over ultra-Orthodox draft exemptions is flaring again as government prepares to advance new legislation that would formalize policy — prompting anger from reservists who say they have borne the weight of the country’s wars

Gal Ganot | 10.27.25

Military Police arrest two Haredi draft dodgers amid renewed debate over conscription bill

One of the men studies at the Itri Yeshiva in Jerusalem, and the other attends the Ateret Shlomo–Sorotzkin Yeshiva in Rishon Lezion

Shilo Freid | 10.22.25

Satmar Hasidim unite in New York protest against IDF draft of yeshiva students

In rare display of unity, rival Satmar factions held a protest in New York against Israel’s military draft; rabbis spoke from cranes, condemning the arrest of yeshiva students 'for the crime of studying Torah'

Shilo Freid | 10.20.25

Legal officials slam Bismuth proposal for enabling Haredi draft evasion

Senior legal officials say the draft principles by Boaz Bismuth, head of the Knesset's Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee, entrench Haredi draft evasion and restore yeshiva funding without enlistment — calling it unrealistic and unlikely to pass Supreme Court review

Tova Zimuky | 10.17.25

איתמר בן גביר, ישראל כ"ץ, ביבי בנימין נתניהו, בצלאל סמוטריץ', יריב לוין, יצחק גולדקנופף במליאת הכנסת

Goldknopf sparks outrage after calling to free Haredi draft dodgers as hostage deal advances

In a letter to Netanyahu, United Torah Judaism leader Yitzhak Goldknopf praised the plan to free hostages but also urged releasing Haredi draft dodgers, saying they were jailed 'for studying Torah' and should 'celebrate Sukkot with their families'

Shilo Freid | 10.06.25

Meet 13-year-old Hasidic pop star Shay Viner: ‘At first friends mocked me, now they support me’

Shay Viner, a rising voice in Jewish pop, opens up about mockery that turned into support, the challenge of balancing school and stardom, preparing for his voice to change, and why his influencer mom Giti, is his biggest supporter

Itzchak Tessler | 09.25.25

"השגנו הישגים משמעותיים". לוחמי נצח יהודה בעזה

Haredi IDF battalion honored for wartime role; commander: defense of Gaza border 'top postwar mission'

Netzah Yehuda Battalion to receive top honor for wartime service, including combat in Gaza and daring rescue operations; commanders say defending Gaza border key to postwar security as Haredi troops reshape perceptions through service

Shilo Freid | 09.17.25

Ultra-Orthodox hint at return to Netanyahu government after walkout over draft law

Two months after quitting Cabinet over stalled draft law, Haredi leaders signal comeback, with ministers reappearing at government events and aides still in place; officials say return after Sukkot could secure yeshiva exemptions and coalition power

Shilo Freid | 09.15.25

Why secular foodies are flocking to Bnei Brak for Shabbat flavors

Every Thursday, Bnei Brak’s iconic Jewish Restaurant hosts a seven-cholent feast drawing secular and religious diners alike; what began as a Haredi tradition has become a culinary destination for nostalgic comfort food and cultural connection

Sapir Gordo | 09.15.25

אלימלך שטרן מגיע להכרעת דינו במחוזי ירושלים

Jerusalem Court indicts Haredi man for ties to Iranian agents

Court rules Elimelech Stern collaborated with an Iranian agent, carrying out tasks aimed at destabilizing Israel and sowing chaos among the public

Idan Bloemhof | 09.14.25

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

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