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Ultra-Orthodox Protesters Plan Roadblocks Over Draft Evasion Arrests in Central Israel

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Ultra-Orthodox Protesters Plan Roadblocks Over Draft Evasion Arrests in Central Israel
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First reported by Ynet · 1 day ago

What happened

Ultra-Orthodox groups in central Israel plan to block major roads and hold protests against the arrest of draft evaders, amid a Supreme Court freeze on a related law. Police warn of traffic disruptions, and legal experts expect the law to be annulled before elections. Political tensions rise within ultra-Orthodox parties over the issue.

  • 01Ultra-Orthodox extremists plan to block Highway 4 near Geha and Bnei Brak on Thursday.
  • 02Sanz Hasidim will protest outside Prison 10 against arrests of two draft evaders.
  • 03Police warn of traffic changes and advise alternative routes from 4 PM.
  • 04The Supreme Court froze a law halting draft evictions until after November elections.
  • 05Legal sources expect the draft law to be annulled before elections.
  • 06Agudat Yisrael criticizes Shas leader Aryeh Deri for pushing the law despite court doubts.

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Full coverage · 3 outlets

The same event, reported separately by each newsroom. Open a few to compare what each emphasizes — and what they leave out.

Kan NewsCenter · Hebrew2 hours ago
Ultra-Orthodox Protesters Plan Roadblocks Over Draft Evasion Arrests in Central Israel
Now 14Right · Hebrew5 hours ago
Jerusalem Faction Plans Protest on Highway 4 Following Law Suspension on Draft Deferrals
YnetCenter · Hebrew1 day ago
Police Declare Ultra-Orthodox Protest Near Jerusalem Draft Office Illegal Amid Clashes

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