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Israel Increases Haredi Draft Orders
Israel's Defense Minister approves additional draft orders for haredim amid low response rates and protests.
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Israeli Defense Forces (Idf)Israel Police
Yoav GallantHerzi HaleviAmir BaramYaniv AsorYifat Tomer-Yerushalmi
- When did the IDF begin the process of drafting military-age haredi men?
- The IDF initiated the drafting of haredi men in mid-July, initially aiming for 3,000 recruits in 2024. However, due to low response rates, the number of draft orders has been increased.
- What was the initial goal of haredi draftees for 2024, and why was it reassessed?
- The decision to increase draft orders was made following discussions between Gallant and IDF officials, who presented data on the initial wave of recruitment and outlined "lessons learned."
- What has been the response to the haredi draft process, and what is its significance?
- Protests against the haredi draft have taken place throughout the recruitment process, highlighting the ongoing tension surrounding this issue in Israeli society.
- How many additional draft orders for haredim were approved by Defense Minister Gallant?
- Defense Minister Yoav Gallant authorized the release of 7,000 additional draft orders for haredi men into the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF).
- What is the name of the brigade intended to allow haredim to enlist for combat service while maintaining their lifestyles?
- The IDF is establishing the "Hashmonayim" Brigade, designed to accommodate the religious lifestyles of haredi recruits while enabling them to serve in combat roles.