haredim

Shas MK attacked by haredi extremists

Dozens of haredi youths attack Shas MK Yoav Ben Tzur in Jerusalem, protesting support for Draft Law.

Haredi newspaper editor: 'We do not belong on the Right'

'The moment working together endangers the Jewish future of Torah learners, the question will be brought to the sages; I don't know what will happen,' Yated Ne'eman editorial warns.

Popular hasidic photographer dies at 47

Yaakov David Brim, a popular hasidic photographer, dies at 47 following a sudden stroke.

Jerusalem:

Thousands at Eida Haharedit anti-conscription demonstration

Thousands of haredim from the Eida Haharedit and Jerusalem Faction marched in Jerusalem against the draft law, blocking streets as rabbis called for 'war' on the decree.

Leading Lithuanian-haredi rabbi grants green light to Draft Law

Rabbi Moshe Hillel Hirsch grants approval in principle to advance legislation on Draft Law proposed by MK Boaz Bismuth.

Degel Hatorah debates Draft Law as coalition hangs in the balance

Sources estimate that Shas party will support Draft Law - but only if Lithuanian-haredi leadership does as well. 'All eyes are on Lithuanian leadership in Bnei Brak.'

Officers will not face charges for assaulting haredim in Meron

A year and a half after hharedim were recorded being violently assaulted in Meron, the police officers will not face prosecution for procedural reasons.

Ashdod:

Assaulted yeshiva students are afraid to file a complaint

Scooter-riding youths continue attacking haredi passersby in Ashdod, punching their victims before vanishing.

Knesset committee to advance Torah Studies Law

Ministerial Committee for Legislation to discuss recognizing Torah study as 'significant service,' parallel to cancellation of discussion on Draft Law.

Rabbi Ben Meir: Haredi public mistaken in its struggle

In an interview with Arutz Sheva, Rabbi Yehoshua Ben Meir says the Haredi public is mistaken in the way it is managing the struggle over drafting those who do not study Torah.

Amit Segal:

Haredi protest signals deep crisis, lack of viable future model

Analyst Amit Segal points to mass haredi demonstration in Jerusalem, notes 'semantic' change in Draft Law indicates deeper rift in haredi society.

Man falls to his death in Jerusalem at anti-conscription rally

Massive rally against haredi conscription in the capital turned deadly when a 20-year-old fell from a height at a construction site. He was pronounced dead at the scene.

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Thousands of haredim protest IDF conscription

Tens of thousands gathered in Jerusalem for a mass rally protesting the arrests of haredi draft evaders, declaring loyalty to Torah study and denouncing the government.

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Haredi demonstrators attack reporter in Jerusalem

Participants at the anti-conscription rally in Jerusalem threw water bottles at Channel 12 reporter Inbar Twizer and her camera crew live on air.

Jerusalem rally:

Rabbi Zini bans participation in rally, warns of national harm

Rabbi Dr. Eliyahu Zini strongly prohibits participation in haredi protest against the Draft Law, warning it 'stabs IDF soldiers in the back,' will cause lasting harm to the nation and Torah.

Minister Eliyahu:

ZAKA service as vital as combat, laws won’t solve draft crisis

Otzma Yehudit's Minister Amichai Eliyahu criticizes Draft Law debate, calls for education over coercion.

Hostages Families Forum sends warning to haredi protest group

Hostages Families Forum sends cease and desist warning to Ateret Shlomo Yeshiva in Beit Shemesh, claiming 'cynical, degrading, and unlawful use' of symbols of fight for hostages' return.

Haredim fume: Jerusalem train station closed for haredi rally

Israel Railways announces closure of Yitzhak Navon station due to haredi anti-enlistment rally, citing public safety concerns.

Haredi source calls Draft Law proposal 'nonsense'

Senior Agudat Yisrael source slams leaked proposal for Draft Law as 'political fabrication,' warns proposed quotas and sanctions on yeshiva students are 'unrealistic.'

Eased definitions, fewer sanctions

These are the changes in the haredi draft framework

The newly released Draft Law includes a series of major changes: the requirement for a quota of combat soldiers has been abolished, and the definitions for candidates for service have been significantly eased.

Major road closures:

Police brace for huge rally over haredi draft in Jerusalem

Hundreds of thousands are expected at a massive Jerusalem rally protesting haredi draft arrests. Major roads will close and access will be limited to organized buses.

Lapid:

'We’ll pass a law - no draft, no vote'

Yesh Atid chairman launches fierce attack on coalition’s Draft Law proposal: “It’s deception and fraud. This government isn’t interested in drafting haredim - only in collecting funds.”

AG orders Netanyahu to increase enforcement of IDF draft

Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara orders Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to increase enforcement activities against haredi yeshiva students, claiming status quo 'severely harms' equality.

Watch: Netzach Yehuda soldiers complete march for their berets

Soldiers from the Netzach Yehuda Battalion complete their beret march, dedicating it to comrades who fell in the recent war.

Following yeshiva students' arrests:

Mass prayer rally planned in Jerusalem

Rabbi Dov Lando, Rabbi Moshe Hillel Hirsch, decide to hold mass prayer rally in protest of recent arrests of yeshiva students. 'Public prayer can help.'

Haredi draft dodgers complain about detention conditions

A married yeshiva student from Modi'in Illit who was arrested about a month ago for desertion says there is a spiritual danger in the military prison for draft dodgers.

Two haredi draft dodgers arrested in Ramla

Two haredi brothers from Ramla who did not report for IDF service were arrested. A third draft dodger evaded arrest in Be'er Sheva after refusing to open the door for military police.

IDF considering closing haredi company

IDF considering closure of haredi 'Tomer' company in Givati Brigade, amid low enlistment.

Tragedy at Mir Yeshiva: American student found dead in dormitory

Shlomo Aryeh Rivkov, an American student at the Mir Yeshiva, is found lifeless in the yeshiva's dormitory; police investigating.

Haredim fume:

Military Police arrest yeshiva students at home for draft evasion

Two haredi yeshiva students, studying at prominent yeshivas, are arrested overnight for failing to appear for enlistment.

Starting January: Yeshiva students to lose discounts

Following Supreme Court ruling and Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara's instructions, yeshiva students who do not enlist in the IDF will pay full National Insurance Institute premiums starting in January 2026.

Wave of attacks in Ashdod:

Teens on scooters target haredi residents

A Haredi man walking home from synagogue in Ashdod was attacked by two teens on a scooter, part of a series of assaults that locals say continue as few victims file complaints.

Draft Law likely to pass in November

MK Boaz Bismuth submits proposal for Draft Law to legal adviser; proposal includes personal sanctions but without controversial additions.

Liberman's latest interview sparks outrage among haredi leaders

Yisrael Beytenu Chairman Avigdor Liberman unveils election strategy this week, taking sharp aim at the haredi community and drawing fierce backlash from Rabbi Dov Lando’s office.

Haredi MK proposes: Free mandatory education for infants

Proposed bill aims to bypass Attorney General's sanctions on haredim by making daycare subsidies a nonissue, but would require infants as young as three months to be enrolled in 'educational' institutions which teach a core curriculum.

Haredi Rabbi compares the government to the Inquisition

Rabbi Sternbuch broke into tears during the sermon and called the government's handling of the haredi conscription issue a decree of annihilation.

Beitar Illit Rabbis ban spa advertisements

Beitar Illit Rabbis have prohibited the publication of spa site advertisements in local newspapers due to allegations of impropriety in some such establishments.

Despite cuts:

Daycare subsidies to be available for working haredim

Labor Ministry publishes criteria for daycare subsidy eligibility, allowing haredi families to receive subsidies even if the father is eligible for enlistment in the IDF.

Over 70 haredi draft dodgers arrested at Ben-Gurion Airport

Last night, dozens of haredi draft dodgers were arrested attempting to travel abroad for the High Holidays.

Two soldiers injured

Violent protest: Haredim riot, free detained draft dodger

Dozens of haredim protest outside Prison 10, block a van carrying detained draft dodgers, and manage to free one of them despite a heavy police presence. Two soldiers lightly injured.

MK Rothman: 'Haredim are society's punching bag'

MK Simcha Rothman pushes to split Attorney General’s role, warns Hamas 'is not safe anywhere,' decrying rising antisemitism and hatred of haredim.

Education Ministry issues ultimatum to haredi high schools

Head of haredi education department in Education Ministry sends sharp warning to principals of haredi girls' high schools, warning that they must accept all students registered - or lose funding.

Military Police raids target haredi hesder students

The Military Police tried to detain students of haredi Hesder yeshivas on suspicion of being absent without leave from the IDF, despite their Hesder track having been submitted for approval as early as February.

First haredi draft-dodger arrested en route to Uman

Haredi yeshiva student, age 23, is arrested at Ben Gurion International Airport while en route to Uman and brought to military prison.

Ramot Junction terror attack:

Haredi yeshiva student and haredi soldier neutralize terrorists

Haredi yeshiva student who received a license for a personal weapon approximately one year ago, commander in the Hahashmonaim Brigade, shot and eliminated terrorists responsible for Ramot Junction shooting attack.

Haredim are the biggest losers if we annex Judea and Samaria

Master politician Netanyahu is well aware that annexation would dramatically change the dynamics of Israeli politics. It would also affect the demographics even if Smotrich's plan is the one chosen. Opinion.

Closure of New York yeshivas halted

The New York State Supreme Court has issued a temporary injunction against the closure of six haredi yeshivas in Brooklyn.

Horrifying testimonies: 'Principal told me I was a waste'

Student tells story of extreme behavior on part of school principal, says she was told, 'Even if Rabbi Ovadia Yosef comes, I won't accept you.'

Shas spokesman reveals:

Why the law for regional enrollment stalled

Shas spokesman Asher Medina relates Degel Torah faction’s opposition, blames Ashkenazic-haredi party for enabling ongoing discrimination against Sephardic high school girls.

Despite Draft Law talks:

Haredi newspaper signals no budget support

Hamodia newspaper escalates tone, says haredi parties won't support budget bill despite talks on Draft Law.

Netanyahu’s message to the haredi parties

Prime Minister urges coalition partners to rejoin, citing existential threats and the importance of unity: "There’s no substitute for this government."

Leading rabbi: 'They're twisting my words'

Close aides of Rabbi Yitzhak Zilberstein condemn misrepresentation of his statements on IDF service.

National service enrollment reopens for haredi youth

National Service registration reopens for haredi youth, months after the program was halted; hundreds already serving in key security and emergency roles.

Leading rabbi clarifies: I did not say to leave Israel on Shabbat

Rabbi Yitzhak Zilberstein, a leading haredi figure, clarifies remarks on bans on Torah study, stressing that instruction to desecrate Shabbat does not apply in Israel, where the government allows Torah study. 'Anyone not learning - should enlist in a haredi unit.'

Elderly Kabbalist passes away at 93

Renowned Kabbalist Rabbi Alter David Chaim Stern passes away at 93.

Military police raid sparks clashes with haredi residents

Attempted arrest of yeshiva student thwarted after local haredi residents surround police officers.

AG rejects petition to sanction Arabs for not serving in IDF

Bnei Brak resident petitions to impose academic and financial sanctions on Arab citizens of draft age, Attorney General’s Office dismisses request.

Hasidic rebbe suffers stroke, collapses during prayers

Kretchnif Siget Rebbe collapses during prayers in Jerusalem, is evacuated to hospital in serious condition.

Leading rabbi: 'We are suffering great troubles'

Ahead of Elul term and following recent arrests, Rabbi Yitzhak Zilberstein calls on haredi yeshiva students to learn Torah constantly and avoid idle talk.

Haredi protests intensify, demonstrations and fast day planned

Haredi groups plan fresh protests against the detention of draft evaders, alongside a public fast and prayer later this week, while Tzohar’s Rabbi David Stav condemns refusal to serve as a 'disgrace of Hashem’s name.'