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Ultra-Orthodox Draft Dodgers Flee to Ukraine to Avoid Arrest
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First reported by NEWSru Israel · 1 day ago
What happened
Tens of thousands of ultra-Orthodox Jews, many considered draft dodgers, are traveling to Uman, Ukraine, to avoid potential arrest at Ben Gurion Airport before their pilgrimage. The Gur Hasidic community is seeking ways to bypass authorities.
- 01Ultra-Orthodox Jews are traveling to Uman, Ukraine, for an annual pilgrimage.
- 02Many travelers are considered draft dodgers by Israeli authorities.
- 03They fear arrest at Ben Gurion Airport before departure.
- 04The Gur Hasidic community is seeking ways to avoid law enforcement.
- 05This highlights tensions over military conscription for the ultra-Orthodox.
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