Haredi

The Knesset passed a contentious Basic Law declaring Torah study a constitutional value. The measure, backed by the Haredi community, is part of a coalition agreement that includes support for an October 7 probe and an AG bill.

A bill approved for final Knesset readings would freeze Haredi enlistment for at least seven months, granting immunity from arrest to current and future Haredi draft dodgers, halting criminal proceedings, and eliminating oversight of the immunity process.

Arkia employees, who hold a 22% stake in the company, oppose a potential Haredi buyout that would halt Shabbat flights and threaten labor action if talks with US real estate developer Rabbi Ezra Unger advance.

Netanyahu is seeking Haredi loyalty after an election but faces noncommittal responses from party leaders. United Torah Judaism reportedly told him, 'First you pass the laws, then we'll talk,' while Netanyahu aims to gain more control over the Likud slate due to concerns about its viability.

The article examines tensions in Israel over the ultra-Orthodox community's draft exemption and its impact on the country's social contract.

A Knesset panel is advancing a measure to freeze arrests of Haredi draft evaders for 90 days. The proposal, announced by the foreign and defense panel chair, aims to address the Haredi boycott of the coalition, while the opposition criticizes it for equating Torah study with IDF service.

Almost all bills were removed from the Knesset agenda as the Haredi boycott enters its second week. Shas chairman Aryeh Deri warned that legislation benefiting yeshiva students and draft evaders must be passed, or Shas will not support any coalition legislation.

Netanyahu may dissolve the Knesset due to Haredi intransigence, as the ultra-Orthodox push bills benefiting draft evaders and boycott coalition legislation. The situation could lead to slightly earlier elections.

Four men have been indicted for their involvement in a Haredi riot outside the home of Supreme Court Justice Sohlberg. Neighbors believed the anti-conscription protest was a terror attack and took shelter in safe rooms, though prosecutors have not identified who organized or transported the rioters.

Bennett warns that another four years with the current government would lead to societal collapse, criticizing Netanyahu's Iran strategy and the Haredi 'state within a state' as threats. The US and Iran are set to sign a deal, which is mentioned in the context of Bennett's remarks.

The article discusses a proposed treaty between Israel and Lebanon to halt fighting with Hezbollah, a contentious Knesset vote for state comptroller, and a conversation with AI. Editor David Horovitz analyzes these developments in the context of recent events involving Haredi communities and political tensions.

Supreme Court president Amit condemned a Haredi group's violent attack on a justice's home as an assault on the rule of law. Sixty-two suspects are set for a custody hearing, with some refusing to cooperate, and GroPro cameras and drones were seized during the incident.

Over 105 MKs voted to disband parliament amid a Haredi revolt over military service exemptions. A coalition whip stated the election would occur between September 8 and October 20.

Shas leader Aryeh Deri threatens a Haredi 'tax revolt' in response to the government's plan to conscript yeshiva students. The attorney general announced that donations to yeshivas harboring draft dodgers are no longer eligible for tax credits.

A Haredi bill seeks to reduce sentences for draft dodgers by citing violations of religious rights in military prison. UTJ's Porush argues that current provisions for religious needs in the IDF are insufficient, despite existing accommodations for soldiers.

The Israeli government is facing collapse due to a dispute over military draft exemptions for Ultra-Orthodox constituents. Coalition parties are clashing on the issue, which may lead to the government's downfall. The conflict centers around the exemption of Haredi men from military service.