Ben-Gvir Criticizes Haredi Draft Arrests, Blames Opposition
Translated & summarized from Behadrei Haredim by baba
Ben-Gvir expressed his desire to significantly increase Haredi recruitment into the IDF and Border Police, emphasizing brotherhood with the Haredi community.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir criticized the arrest of Haredi yeshiva students, calling for conscription with "love, not hatred."
- Ben-Gvir blamed opposition figures Yair Lapid and Naftali Bennett for a hateful approach to Haredi conscription.
- He expressed ambition to become Defense Minister and increase Haredi recruitment to 500 for Border Police.
- Ben-Gvir stated that yeshiva students not studying Torah extensively could serve in the army or police.
- The Minister emphasized his personal connection and love for the Haredi community.
Ben-Gvir stated that while those dedicated to Torah study 24/7 should continue to learn, those who do not study extensively could be integrated into the army or police. He emphasized that any conscription efforts should be conducted with "love, not with hatred," contrasting his approach with that of opposition figures like Yair Lapid and Naftali Bennett.
During his visit, a student asked Ben-Gvir about his plans for Haredi conscription beyond the Border Police framework his ministry established. Ben-Gvir expressed his ambition to become the next Minister of Defense, stating he could recruit 500 Haredi soldiers for the Border Police and many more for the IDF if given the opportunity. He revealed he had told Minister of Defense Yisrael Katz that he could significantly increase Haredi recruitment.
Ben-Gvir strongly condemned the recent arrests of Chabad yeshiva students returning from the US, describing the actions as "persecution and handcuffs." He asserted that his approach is fundamentally different, driven by love and brotherhood for the Haredi community, noting he has Haredi brothers-in-law. He believes that approaching the issue with love yields better results.
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