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Israel's High Court Strikes Down Law Shielding Ultra-Orthodox Draft Dodgers
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Israel's High Court of Justice unanimously struck down a law that banned the arrest of ultra-Orthodox draft dodgers for seven months, ruling it procedurally flawed and unconstitutional for violating equality. The decision overturned a government measure intended to appease Haredi parties.
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- High Court unanimously annulled law banning arrest of Haredi draft dodgers.
- Justices cited procedural flaws and unconstitutional violation of equality.
- Government claimed law prevented unrest; IDF said enforcement was effective.
- Court found law created clear discrimination based on religious affiliation.
- No evidence supported government claims about draft dodger arrests.
- Only 219 Haredi men arrested for evasion since January 2025.
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