Yoaz Hendel Vows No Compromise With Ultra-Orthodox Parties Over Military Conscription
How 2 Israeli newsrooms covered this story — translated into English and compared side by side.
First reported by Maariv · 10 hours ago
What happened
Yoaz Hendel, leader of the Zionist Home - Reservists party, strongly condemned ultra-Orthodox parties for refusing military service, calling it apostasy from the Torah. He criticized Shas leader Aryeh Deri for blocking enlistment and vowed no political compromise with ultra-Orthodox parties. Hendel advocates for a Zionist government excluding ultra-Orthodox and Arab parties and demands equal service from all citizens.
- 01Yoaz Hendel calls ultra-Orthodox draft evasion 'apostasy from the Torah' and refuses any compromise.
- 02He accuses Shas leader Aryeh Deri of discrimination and blocking ultra-Orthodox enlistment.
- 03Hendel demands all Israelis serve or work to contribute to the state, regardless of background.
- 04He supports a Zionist government excluding ultra-Orthodox and Arab parties.
- 05Hendel criticizes Defense Minister Gallant for encouraging draft evasion.
- 06Despite harsh words, Hendel expresses personal connection and hopes for ultra-Orthodox integration.
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