Israel’s ultra-Orthodox community continues its defiance of mandatory military conscription, deepening a political standoff that has already strained the government. The issue has become a flashpoint in Israeli politics, with protests and legal challenges escalating as the government struggles to enforce draft laws. Critics warn that the prolonged conflict could trigger a crisis, potentially forcing the resignation of the current administration. The dispute highlights growing tensions between secular and religious factions over national service obligations.
The ultra-Orthodox community is resisting being drafted into the Israeli army. But will they now bring down the Netanyahu government?
