Israeli draft
Following hours of haredi draft protests, Israeli highways reopen to traffic
Protests cause heavy traffic on 29 major roads • Social media footage shows protesters and secular citizens in violent physical altercations • MKs Goldknopf, Malkieli attended protests
‘Backstabbing those who serve’: Deputy FM slams coalition laws aiding draft evaders - interview
Likud Court dismisses petitions to expel Gallant from party despite harsh criticisms against him
Ultra-Orthodox protesters block Jerusalem's Tunnel Checkpoint after draft dodger arrested
Letters to the Editor June 19, 2024: Attacking us incessantly
Readers of The Jerusalem Post have their say.
The haredi draft crisis that will not disappear: A look at Israel's 'Amendment No. 26'
The main haredi argument against enlisting their youth to military service is that the study of the Torah and prayers to God are more important to Israel’s security than the IDF.
Gallant set to oppose Rule of Continuity for haredi draft law
The passing of the Rule of Continuity would allow Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to advance the haredi conscription law that passed its first reading in 2022 during the Lapid-Bennett government.
High Court concludes debate on haredi IDF conscription in high-stakes hearing
A poll published by Army Radio on Sunday, conducted by Manu Geva's Midgam Institute, found that 81% of haredim supported the view that haredim should not join the IDF at all.
Israelis see election date, draft law as keys to calming social unrest - survey
A survey led by Gesher organization finds 54% of Israelis support setting an agreed election date to calm social unrest. 59% see consensus on draft law beneficial.
The Goldfus bombshell: Why did the IDF general take shots at Israeli politicians? - comment
IDF Chief Brig.-Gen. Dan Goldfus demands political unity, equal military service, and national cohesion amid war efforts, criticizing the political class.
Less than 50% of Israeli men believe women are capable of being combat soldiers
Only 65% of Israelis believe a woman can be IDF chief-of-staff; little over half of Israeli men believe women can hold combat positions.
Admiring the dedication of young Israelis to fight for their country - opinion
Kudos to the Education Ministry and full marks to the fantastic teachers!
Majority of Israeli haredim oppose draft despite the war
The survey found that 70% of the ultra-Orthodox have not changed their opinion regarding conscription since the outbreak of the war between Israel and Hamas.
Haredi IDF draft plans will lead to breakdown of Israeli society, Lapid warns
Nearly half of Israelis support Gantz entering government instead of Smotrich, Ben-Gvir, poll finds
