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Progressive Campaign Against Hesder Yeshivas Could Backfire, Israeli Ultra-Orthodox Press Warns

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Progressive Campaign Against Hesder Yeshivas Could Backfire, Israeli Ultra-Orthodox Press Warns
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First reported by Srugim · Jun 25, 2026

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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Kikar HaShabbatRight · HebrewJun 25, 2026
Progressive Campaign Against Hesder Yeshivas Could Backfire, Israeli Ultra-Orthodox Press Warns
SrugimRight · HebrewJun 25, 2026
What Ultra-Orthodox Protests Cost the Haredi Parties

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