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Ultra-Orthodox protesters block roads while leading government coalition
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First reported by Walla · Jun 24, 2026
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A Hebrew opinion column criticizes ultra-Orthodox activists who blocked roads while being part of the governing establishment. It contrasts their protest against military service with the burden borne by reservists and civilians after the war in Gaza envelope communities.
- 01The writer condemns a coordinated haredi road blockade on the way from Kfar Aza to Tel Aviv.
- 02He says ultra-Orthodox leaders are part of Netanyahu’s governing establishment, not outside it.
- 03The column contrasts their protest with the suffering and sacrifice seen in Kfar Aza.
- 04It says arrests of draft evaders are rare, while reservists have served for hundreds of days.
- 05The article argues the government funds the ultra-Orthodox even as their supporters block roads.
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