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Herzog Confronts Ultra-Orthodox Over IDF Draft Stance
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President Isaac Herzog confronted United Torah Judaism over their stance on IDF enlistment, citing the phrase 'we will die and not enlist.' He questioned their position in light of historical military service by Israelis. Knesset member Yitzhak Goldknopf denied the party used that specific phrase, stating their belief that Torah study sustains the nation.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- President Herzog questioned United Torah Judaism about their stance on IDF enlistment.
- Herzog cited the phrase 'we will die and not enlist' in his discussion.
- He contrasted their position with historical military service by Israelis.
- Knesset member Yitzhak Goldknopf denied the party used the phrase.
- Goldknopf stated their belief that Torah study sustains the nation.
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