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Ultra-Orthodox protesters blocked roads in Jerusalem during demonstrations against the IDF draft, with one incident involving a car ramming into protesters.
Background
The conscription of Ultra-Orthodox men into the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) has been a long-standing contentious issue in Israel. Ultra-Orthodox communities often receive exemptions, leading to ongoing legal and social debates about equality in military service and the role of religious study.
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Ultra-Orthodox Protests Against IDF Draft in Jerusalem
First report 4h agoLast update 2h agoSome posts highlight the protests as a legitimate expression of dissent against compulsory military service for Haredi Jews.
IDF Draft Protests in Jerusalem
First report 2h agoLast update 2h agoReports on the protests against the IDF draft in Jerusalem, including the car ramming incident.
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