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flag Religious Zionist rabbis urge Netanyahu to halt women in frontline combat roles, citing religious and security concerns.

flag Prominent Religious Zionist rabbis have urged Prime Minister Netanyahu to halt plans to integrate women into frontline combat roles in the Armored Corps, citing religious concerns over modesty and halachic conflict. flag They warn the move could deter religious soldiers, weaken military cohesion, and undermine national security, arguing that mixed-gender service in confined spaces like tanks conflicts with Jewish law. flag The rabbis, including former chief rabbis, say they had remained silent during wartime but feel compelled to act now. flag The Dvora Forum countered that women already make up a significant portion of combat troops and that inclusive enlistment strengthens national defense. flag The debate reflects ongoing tension between military modernization and religious tradition in Israel.

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