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Senior Hasidic power broker accuses Netanyahu of deceiving ultra-Orthodox public

In a rare public interview, Moti Babchik said the current crisis over military conscription of ultra-Orthodox men has shattered trust that once existed between the community’s leadership and Netanyahu

Amir Ettinger | 01.31.26

Leading Hasidic rabbi tells followers to stop taking part in anti-draft protests

Rabbi Aaron Teitelbaum told followers that participation in protests and road blockages posed a serious danger after two ultra-Orthodox teenagers were killed this month when they were struck by buses during demonstrations

Shilo Freid | 01.25.26

Torah, work and the IDF: the Hasidic sect embracing modern Israeli life

Once seen as ultra-strict, the Karlin sect is embracing work, military service and filtered smartphones, all with the Rebbe’s blessing, while holding firm on spiritual rigor and community unity across Jerusalem, Bnei Brak and beyond

Shilo Freid | 01.06.26

Is Bob Dylan father of rising American novelist? Sam Sussman’s debut story stirs Buzz

Sam Sussman became an overnight literary sensation. In his debut novel, he describes growing up under the shadow of a stunning possibility: that his biological father is none other than Bob Dylan.

Reuven Namdar | 11.01.25

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

'Dear friend of the Jewish people': Mamdani celebrates Sukkot with anti-Zionist Hasidim amid mayoral race

NYC mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani joined the anti-Zionist Satmar Hasidic community in Brooklyn for a Sukkot celebration, receiving a warm welcome despite the group’s official endorsement of his rival, former Gov. Andrew Cuomo

Daniel Edelson, New York | 10.11.25

Beyond Uman: Hasidic pilgrimages for Rosh Hashanah around the world

Poland, Hungary, Ukraine, and the US are key High Holiday prayer hubs, as Hasidim worldwide come to connect with rabbis, pray, and draw spiritual energy, investing time and money; Some groups even urge men to leave wives and children at home to cut costs

Shilo Freid | 09.19.25

מהומות חרדים בסמוך לכלא 10 בשל מעצר וכליאתם של חרדים עריקים בנתב"ג

Hasidim clash with MPs outside military prison, free one draft dodger

Protesters hurled stones and tear gas at soldiers, injuring several, as Gur leaders denounced the government and vowed resistance; dozens more ultra-Orthodox draft dodgers were arrested at Ben-Gurion Airport en route to Uman

Shilo Freid, Eitan Glickman, Yoav Zitun | 09.18.25

Why do tens of thousands of Israelis travel to Uman on Rosh Hashanah?

The annual pilgrimage to Uman has been in the headlines this year not only because of special government funding but also over the demand that draft dodgers not be arrested on their way to visit grave of Rabbi Nachman of Breslov; So who was Rabbi Nachman, when did Israelis begin arriving at his grave in such large numbers, and why do the obstacles not deter them?

Shilo Freid | 08.27.25

US Satmar Hasidic leaders arrive in Israel to challenge draft, state funding

The anti-Israel sect is visiting to back opposition to drafting Haredim, push for full separation of Haredi schools from state funding and influence moderate rabbis, exploiting tensions in Israel’s ultra-Orthodox community over military conscription

Shilo Freid | 08.19.25

בזמן הפרות הסדר בלילה בשכם, היו מתפללים בקבר יוסף

Breslov Hasidim intend to 'occupy' Joseph's Tomb in Nablus: 'Talmud is our protection'

After several visits without security coordination, one of which ended with injuries and arrests after a clash with Palestinians, Joseph Tomb activist group says in statement, 'Joseph, we won’t sell you a second time'

Shilo Freid, Elisha Ben Kimon | 06.29.25

One million dollars for house visit: Hassidic spiritual leader launches US fundraising tour

Rabbi Yaakov Aryeh Alter, leader of Gur Hasidic dynasty, embarks on fundraising tour aiming to replace state stipends frozen by court order, securing tens of millions from wealthy donors to sustain community’s institutions

Shilo Freid | 06.09.25

'Despicable and unacceptable': Hasidic child assaulted in Brooklyn | Watch

A Hasidic boy was struck in the face without warning while playing with friends in Brooklyn’s Borough Park; The attacker was quickly arrested, as city leaders condemned the assault amid rising concerns over antisemitic violence across the United States

Itamar Eichner | 06.09.25

מועצת גדולי התורה של אגודת ישראל בכינוס חריג של כל האדמו"רים לרגל המשבר הקואליציוני

Senior Hasidic rabbis call for immediate dissolution of Knesset over draft law

Declaration comes amid growing tensions in Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s coalition, which has faced internal divisions over efforts to formalize exemptions for ultra-Orthodox yeshiva students from mandatory military service

Shilo Freid | 06.05.25

Hasidic New York developer sentenced to 7 years in prison for real estate fraud

Elchonon 'Elie' Schwartz defrauded over 800 investors out of $62.8 million through fake commercial property deals and used the funds for luxury purchases

Daniel Edelson, New York | 05.20.25

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