Monday, July 1, 2024

How big is the rift between Israel's ultra-Orthodox community and the state?


At least five people were arrested during clashes between ultra-Orthodox Jews and Israeli police on Sunday. Crowds had gathered to demonstrate against last week's Israeli Supreme Court order to begin enlisting them for military service. The ultra-Orthodox community makes up around 13% of Israel's population and has been exempt from military service for religious reasons. The issue has been a source of tension for decades, and has intensified since the start of Israel's war against Hamas in Gaza.




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