Ultra-Orthodox
Between two narratives: A candid conversation with an ultra-Orthodox Israeli
Explaining the ultra-Orthodox mindset that has led to widespread refusal to serve in the IDF.
Ultra-Orthodox MK Goldknopf asks Netanyahu to finance Chabad's trip to New York
Gov't to fund haredi draft dodgers' Rosh Hashanah pilgrimages to Uman, Ukraine
A scandal, Scottish noir, and a Jerusalem comedy: What to watch in Israel this weekend
Ultra-Orthodox Jews block central Israel highways, protest outside military prison
Haredi protesters have frequently posted outside of Beit Lid base due to the military prison within the base.
WATCH: Haredi anti-draft protesters block Highway 4 near Bnei Brak
Several dozen protesters blocked the southbound direction of the highway, with others blocking the northbound direction.
IDF considers recruiting from Diaspora due to severe manpower shortages
Currently, there are some 14,600 deserters from the haredi community. The military has made several arrests against haredi draft dodgers over the past week.
Netanyahu to Border Police haredi unit: Torah study, military service 'not contradictory'
"We are in a process of change. It is very important to show the great contribution of all parts of society, but as far as I am concerned, you are pioneers," Netanyahu told the soldiers.
Video showing haredi youth desecrating Ben-Gurion's grave prompts outrage, police investigation
“Whether the video is authentic or fake, it attempts to tarnish David Ben-Gurion's memory," the Ben-Gurion Heritage Institute stated,
International yeshiva students answer IDF's call as Har Etzion breaks records
This week, 32 overseas students from the prestigious yeshiva will be drafting into the IDF alongside their Israeli peers – the highest number in the yeshiva’s 56-year history.
Poll reveals strong Israeli public support for non-Orthodox marriage
According to the findings, 60% of the Jewish public supports Israel recognizing all types of marriages, including civil, Conservative, and Reform ceremonies.
'Israel has declared war on Torah scholars': Haredi leaders call for global protest
"The State of Israel has declared war on Torah scholars. The Haredi community will launch a global battle like no other,” the leaders of the Haredi community said.
Israel needs a reimagined educational system that teaches how to disagree respectfully - opinion
The Hebrew state education system must now awaken to its historic responsibility. It must renew its commitment to the values of a Jewish and democratic state.
Israeli Jews need to see people as individuals, not labels, to fight internal division - opinion
In a wide-ranging discussion on the Inspiration from Zion podcast, speakers unpacked how to fight current trends such as Jewish division in Israel.
Grapevine: Between then and now
Movers and shakers in Israeli society.
