Israel to draft 7,000 ultra-Orthodox men into the military, facing protests but gaining political support.

Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz has approved sending 7,000 draft orders to ultra-Orthodox (Haredi) men, with the first 1,000 to be distributed this Sunday. This move, which follows the Israeli Supreme Court's ruling that Haredi men should be drafted, aims to integrate these men into the IDF while respecting their religious practices. The decision has sparked protests but gained support from opposition leader Yair Lapid. The conscription addresses a shortage of soldiers, with many reservists serving over 300 days.

November 15, 2024
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