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Israelis Back Haredi Draft, Oct. 7 Inquiry; Arabs Favor Palestinian Talks, Survey Finds
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A survey by the Israel Democracy Institute found that a majority of Israelis support requiring ultra-Orthodox men to enlist in the IDF and establishing a state commission of inquiry into the October 7 Hamas attack. While Jewish Israelis showed little support for negotiations with Palestinians, Arab Israelis expressed strong backing for such talks. The survey also covered opinions on West Bank settlements, European sanctions, and pre-attack warnings, noting increased optimism in several national areas.
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- A majority of Israelis back requiring ultra-Orthodox men to enlist in the IDF, a survey found.
- 71% of Jewish Israelis support a state commission of inquiry into the October 7 Hamas massacre.
- Only 25% of Jewish respondents favor exploring negotiations with Palestinians.
- 58% of Arab Israelis surveyed support exploring negotiations with Palestinians.
- A majority of respondents approve of the government's policy of allowing and encouraging West Bank settlements.
- Most Israelis favor a strong response to European sanctions on settlement products.
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