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Religious Zionist rabbis urge Netanyahu to halt women in frontline combat roles, citing religious and security concerns.
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.
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.
The rabbis, including former chief rabbis, say they had remained silent during wartime but feel compelled to act now.
The Dvora Forum countered that women already make up a significant portion of combat troops and that inclusive enlistment strengthens national defense.
The debate reflects ongoing tension between military modernization and religious tradition in Israel.
Los rabinos religiosos sionistas instan a Netanyahu a que detenga a las mujeres en los roles de combate de primera línea, citando preocupaciones religiosas y de seguridad.