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Ultra-Orthodox conscription dispute pushes Israeli government to brink

Ultra-Orthodox conscription dispute pushes Israeli government to brink

Israel’s coalition could collapse soon over ultra-Orthodox conscription. Shas and UTJ withdrew support, and Degel Hatorah now demands dissolving the Knesset. The military says it urgently needs more soldiers for multi-front wars, but only 1,200 out of 24,000 drafted Haredi men complied. Most Israelis support conscripting them, and opposition leaders promise to end exemptions and benefits if they win. https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/5/16/how-ultra-orthodox_recruitment_could_unseat_netanyahu_in_israeli_elections

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This has been brewing for decades. The army is stretched thin and these guys sit in yeshivas.

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Honestly, if u don't defend the land, u shouldn't get benefits. simple.

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No wonder they can't fight wars, only 5% show up. Pathetic.

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Can't blame the ultra-Orthodox, studying Torah is holy work. The state shouldn't force them.

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Lol only 1200 answered the call. so much for 'nation of warriors'.

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