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Opinion We’re watching Israel self-destruct — at the hands of its own leaders and citizens
Netanyahu's government relies on three groups whose aims would destroy the country as we know it (and possibly altogether)
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Opinion The Haredi draft exemption is tearing Israel apart
As Israelis mark Oct. 7 anniversary, Haredi still won’t serve
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Opinion Can Israel survive implementing the Haredi draft?
Haredi conscription could change Israel forever — for better, and worse
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Opinion Israel needs to follow through on drafting the Haredim — for the sake of its economy, not just its military
Israel's Supreme Court unilaterally decided the government must draft Haredi Jews. The country's future depends on that decision's implementation
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Fast Forward Haredim warn of ‘religious war’ after Israel Supreme Court orders yeshiva draft
‘Our people aren’t going to stand for it,’ said one Torah scholar. ‘Just watch.’
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Fast Forward In landmark ruling, Israel’s top court rules that haredi Orthodox Jews must serve in the army
The ruling could be a major jolt to Israel’s governing coalition.
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Netanyahu has to get warring factions to compromise on a plan to recruit yeshiva students to the military
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