Growing support for Haredi Jewish conscription in Israel as military recruitment pressures mount.

Israel's government is facing a significant dilemma over conscripting ultra-Orthodox Jews into the military, with the IDF needing more recruits. A recent survey by the Israel Democracy Institute shows a shift in public opinion, with 84.5% of non-Haredi Jews now supporting Haredi conscription, compared to 67% in January. The survey also found that support for maintaining draft exemptions has dropped to 9% from 22%. The change reflects growing pressure to balance military needs with cultural traditions.

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