Netanyahu Criticises Arrests Of Ultra-Orthodox Military Draft Evaders
Published 17h ago · Latest report 1h ago · Political dispute
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Netanyahu condemned the arrest of ultra-Orthodox draft evaders, warning it harms military enlistment efforts.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that police arrests of ultra-Orthodox individuals evading military service are unacceptable. During a morning radio interview, he emphasized the importance of safeguarding Torah study. Critics argue that protecting draft evaders places the government above the law.
- The reactionNetanyahu voiced his opposition during an interview with Kol Barama radio.
- The backgroundUltra-Orthodox draft exemption policies continue to spark fierce debate over military enlistment equality in Israel.
Why it matters
Military service is a deeply contentious political issue in Israel, where secular and nationalist groups demand broader conscription while ultra-Orthodox factions seek to preserve traditional exemptions for religious scholars.
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Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu publicly opposed the arrest of ultra-Orthodox individuals evading military service.
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- HaaretzBy shielding Haredi draft dodgers, the Netanyahu government puts itself above the law1h ago · open ↗
- The Jerusalem PostNetanyahu: Arrests of haredi draft evaders 'unacceptable,' undermine IDF enlistment efforts15h ago · open ↗
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