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Progressive Campaign Against Hesder Yeshivas Could Backfire, Israeli Ultra-Orthodox Press Warns
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100% right-leaningFirst reported by Srugim · 6 hours ago
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What happened
An Israeli ultra-Orthodox roundup says a progressive campaign against hesder yeshivas may push religious Zionists closer to the Haredi world. It also highlights tension in Jerusalem, a protest clash in which a police officer pleaded with demonstrators, and threats to block Bnei Brak before Shabbat.
- 01The article warns a campaign against hesder yeshivas could backfire.
- 02Jerusalem’s municipality is accused of spending millions to halt Haredization in Gilo.
- 03A police officer was filmed telling ultra-Orthodox protesters, "It’s only a ticket."
- 04Far-left groups threatened to block Bnei Brak before Shabbat.
- 05The Ger rabbi urged his Hasidim to respond after violent incidents.
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