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Israeli Reserve Soldiers Can Begin Legal Internships Without Completing All Degree Requirements

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First reported by Srugim · 2 hours ago

What happened

The Israeli Knesset approved a temporary rule allowing law students serving in military reserves to begin legal internships without completing up to four courses and exams. This applies to those serving at least 59 days between September 2025 and August 2026, easing academic pressure caused by reserve duties overlapping exam periods.

  • 01Knesset committee approved easing for law students serving in reserves to start internships early.
  • 02Eligible students served at least 59 days in reserves between Sept 2025 and Aug 2026.
  • 03Students can start internships without completing up to four courses and four exams.
  • 04Reserve service period extended to a full year; minimum days reduced from 90 to 59.
  • 05Relief targets students whose reserve duties disrupt exam schedules.
  • 06Temporary rule applies to internships starting Sept to Dec 2026.

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

Now 14Right · Hebrew2 hours ago
Israeli Reserve Soldiers Can Begin Legal Internships Without Completing All Degree Requirements
Arutz ShevaRight · Hebrew2 hours ago
Israeli Parliament Eases Legal Internship Requirements for Reservists
SrugimRight · Hebrew2 hours ago
Israeli Law Students Can Begin Legal Internships Before Completing Degree Due to Reserve Service

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