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What Matters Now to Haviv Rettig Gur: Rising resentment as Haredi men refuse to draft
Nov 14, 2024
Haviv Rettig Gur, a senior analyst at The Times of Israel, shares insights into the contentious issue of military service among Haredi men in Israel. He discusses the low draft turnout, with only 10% of summoned Haredi soldiers answering the call. Gur reflects on the societal resentment that is brewing among non-Haredi families who bear the burden of reserve duty. He also highlights protests by religious women demanding equal military participation, revealing the growing divide and complexities within Israeli society regarding national service responsibilities.
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- The minimal participation of Haredi men in military drafts highlights a growing resentment among non-Haredi families bearing the service burden.
- Calls for tailored military roles for the Haredi community aim to promote participation, seeking unity within Israeli society amidst rising tensions.
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Universal Enlistment and Draft Evasion
The issue of universal enlistment in Israel is highlighted, particularly focusing on the ultra-Orthodox community's draft evasion facilitated by the coalition government. Despite 3,000 draft notices issued, there has been minimal participation from the Haredi population, with only about 250 responding to enlistment efforts. This discrepancy between the duty expected of non-Haredi citizens and the exemptions enjoyed by the Haredim has created significant tension within Israeli society. The statistics reveal a deepening divide, as non-Haredi families face the burden of military service while the ultra-Orthodox continue to avoid participation.
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