Haredim


Tel Hashomer, Ultra Orthodox
Extremists protest haredi draft at IDF recruitment center, resulting in arrests

Protesters opposing ultra-Orthodox conscription clash with police at Tel Hashomer military base; At least seven arrests made after demonstrators breach memorial site.

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| Gila Isaacson | 06.08.24

Female Journalists, Draft law, Haredim, Israel Police

Journalists' Organization Responds to Attack on Female Reporters at Ultra-Orthodox Protest

In light of reports about the assault on female reporters during a protest by ultra-Orthodox Jews against military conscription, the Journalists' Organization has issued a strong statement condemning the attack on press freedom.

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| Eliana Fleming, JFeed Staff | 05.08.24

IDF, Recruitment of Haredim

From tomorrow, ultra-orthodox to report to IDF recruitment offices; Police prepare for massive riots

For the first time, thousands of young ultra-Orthodox men are being called to Israeli military recruitment offices– As the first wave of yeshiva students prepares to report for duty, authorities brace for potential unrest, signaling a tense new chapter in Israel's ongoing struggle to balance religious exemptions with national service obligations.

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| Gila Isaacson | 04.08.24

Haredim, Education

22 Haredi schools silently working with Education Ministry core curriculum

Away from the spotlight, a revolution is happening in Haredi education. As of the present writing, some 22 schools are participating in the Ministry of Education's hi-tech core curriculum program.

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| Michal Yoskovich, Jfeed Staff | 01.08.24

Crime, Jerusalem

Criminal who terrorized Jerusalem Ultra-Orthodox neighbourhood indicted

In the heart of Jerusalem's Shmuel HaNavi neighbourhood, a young man has been arrested and charged for threatening passers-by's, stealing a bicycle, and attempting to stab a police officer with a knife, ultimately leading to him being shot and subdued.

Eliana Fleming | 21.07.24

IDF, Ultra Orthodox, Mandatory Military Service

IDF has issued 1,000 call-up orders to Ultra- Orthodox men 

IDF issues first wave of draft notices to Ultra-Orthodox men, amid pushback from religious leaders and cautious approach by military officials.

Gila Isaacson | 21.07.24

Antisemitism, US, Neo-Nazi, planned attack

US Indictment: Neo-Nazi Leader Planned Poisoning of Jewish Children in New York Schools

According to the indictment, the leader devised a scheme to distribute poisoned sweets disguised as Santa Claus outside Jewish schools. The plot was uncovered with the assistance of an undercover FBI agent whom the accused tried to persuade to harm Jews.

Eliana Fleming | 18.07.24

IDF, Haredim

Defense Ministry launches website for Haredim to enlist

The site's slogan: "meaningful service, Haredi way of life, employment horizon" adorns a user-friendly and succinct advertisement for state service.

Avi Woolf | 18.07.24

IDF, Draft Law, Haredi soldiers

Separate offices, male assessors: How Haredim will be drafted

The IDF has published its requirements for the Haredim to be drafted who are due to receive summon notices next week. As well as sharing the various ways the Israeli army is shifting to accommodate the integration of the religious group in the drafting process.

Eliana Fleming, JFeed Staff | 18.07.24

IDF, Haredim

The 3,000 Haredim receiving a draft order will have one of these three things

Army Radio reporter Yoeli Brim reports that the IDF is using three criteria to determine who to formally draft next week.

Avi Woolf | 18.07.24

IDF, Draft

IDF wants purely Haredi brigade; Haredi journalist: The Rabbis won't approve the draft of a Haredi with a smartphone

Two Haredi journalists clashed over whether a large-scale draft of Haredim is desirable and achievable for Haredi society.

Avi Woolf | 17.07.24

IDF, Draft

IDF: We are drafting working Haredim who aren't learning first

At a meeting of the Knesset Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee, IDF representatives explained the criteria and goals of the first draft orders sent to Haredim.

Avi Woolf | 17.07.24

IDF, Haredim

Haredi draft: Edelstein to convene Knesset Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee for emergency meeting

The decision comes following reports that the IDF will be sending out initial draft orders for Haredim starting next Sunday.

Avi Woolf | 16.07.24

IDF, Haredim

General David Zini attacked in Bnei Brak by Haredi protestors

Maj.-Gen. David Zini and Brig.-Gen. Shai Taib were attacked yesterday by Haredi protestors in Bnei Brak. The two were meeting with Rabbi David Leibel to discuss forming a Haredi brigade within the IDF.

Chani Edri, JFeed Staff | 16.07.24

Ultra Orthodox, IDF

10 Ways the Army can Create Haredi-friendly Units 

A former economic advisor to the IDF Chief of Staff has unveiled a groundbreaking 10-point plan that could revolutionize Ultra-Orthodox integration into the IDF.

Gila Isaacson | 15.07.24

Movies, Documentary, Haredim, Martial Arts

Meet 'Rabbi Capoeira': The Ultra-Orthodox Martial Arts Mash-Up You Didn’t Know You Needed!

"Rabbi Capoeira" showcases the incredible journey of Miki Hayat as he blends capoeira with his ultra-Orthodox faith in Bnei Brak.

Gila Isaacson | 15.07.24

Haredim, IDF, Israel-Gaza War, Yoav Gallant

Poll: Majority of Haredim believe new religious army units could boost enlistment

With significant opposition to drafting Haredim at age 18, yet a notable majority supporting tailored military units aligned with religious practices, the Ultra Orthodox community stands at a crossroads.

Gila Isaacson | 14.07.24

US cult, Lev Tahor, Extremism

3 'Lev Tahor' leaders arrested for kidnapping

Three leaders of the Lev Tahor sect from Monsey have been sentenced to minimum 12 years for their involvement in the abduction of a 14-year-old girl and her brother six years ago.

Eliana Fleming | 10.07.24

IDF, Haredim

As IDF prepares to send out draft orders, Haredi Rabbis preparing joint letter calling on all draftees to disobey them

As the IDF prepares to send out the initial draft orders to draft-eligible Haredi men, leading Haredi Rabbis are preparing a joint letter calling on them to refuse to present for service.

Avi Woolf | 10.07.24

IDF, draft law, Haredim

All set: First draft notices will be sent to the ultra-Orthodox next month

Defence Minister Yoav Galant received today (Tuesday) the IDF recommendations and decided that summonses for initial notices will be sent to the ultra-Orthodox community in the near future, starting next month.

Eliana Fleming, JFeed Staff | 09.07.24