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Haaretz EnglishPolitics

Israel's High Court Overturns Law Shielding Ultra-Orthodox Draft Dodgers

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Israel's Supreme Court has struck down a law that prevented the arrest of ultra-Orthodox men evading military conscription, ruling it unconstitutional and a violation of equality. The decision is expected to impact military manpower and societal dynamics.

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  • Israel's Supreme Court invalidated a law protecting ultra-Orthodox draft dodgers.
  • The court cited unconstitutionality and violation of equality principles.
  • The ruling ends a long-standing exemption for the Haredi community.
  • The decision could affect IDF manpower and social dynamics.
  • The government has yet to respond to the ruling.
Israel's High Court Overturns Law Shielding Ultra-Orthodox Draft Dodgers
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