Netanyahu Sought to Halt Haredi Draft Protests Amid Optics Concerns
Summarized from The Times of Israel by baba
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu tried to cancel ultra-Orthodox protests against draft-dodging arrests on Thursday, fearing political damage, but failed. Thousands demonstrated in Jerusalem and Bnei Brak, blocking roads and disrupting a political event, leading to police intervention and arrests. Netanyahu's allies claimed no control over the protests, organized by the extremist Jerusalem Faction. The demonstrations highlight the contentious issue of military service exemptions for Haredi men ahead of elections.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu tried to cancel ultra-Orthodox draft protests due to political optics concerns.
- Thousands of Haredi men and boys demonstrated in Jerusalem and Bnei Brak, blocking roads.
- Police used stun grenades and clubs to disperse protesters, arresting at least three.
- The protests were organized by the extremist Jerusalem Faction, which opposes Haredi political leadership.
- The military stated it has not recently enforced enlistment orders against ultra-Orthodox draft dodgers.
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