Haredim

An ultra-Orthodox party launched a campaign targeting both its base and tens of thousands of alienated religious Zionist voters seeking a right-wing alternative.

In Bnei Brak, they have moved from blocking a street in a mixed neighborhood to a total ban on entry with dumpsters - and in pashkevilim (posters) they rule: "It is forbidden to rent to secular people". In Safed, people arrive from other cities for protests against buses that do not even pass through the city, and in Jerusalem, the entrance to the capital has been blocked. Residents facing these...

An unusual meeting in the Oval Office: The Satmar Rebbes will meet with President Trump in Washington, carrying a dramatic letter from Haredi leaders in Israel titled: "Urgent appeal for the protection of the rights of the Haredi community in Israel."

Bags of feces, glue in locks, and barriers: the Haredi struggle against the city-center cafe has forced management to close on weekends. "Our identity does not allow us to be a focal point for friction," they stated. Deputy Mayor Adir Schwartz called it a victory for violence, while Benny Gantz described it as a loss for the moderate majority.

'The army does not want Haredi soldiers,' claimed the Shas chairman, dismissing previous integration efforts as a 'charade.' He also spoke out against the state-Haredi education system, calling it a 'real struggle.' Political leaders criticized his remarks as encouraging draft evasion.

“The army doesn't want Haredi soldiers, it gives it a big headache,” claimed the Shas chairman. According to him, “The IDF wants a secular army. All these years it was an eye-wash.” Regarding the Hashmonaim Brigade, intended to allow Haredi soldiers to maintain their lifestyle, he said: “I haven't checked that.”

Dozens of Haredim arrived yesterday at the school grounds in the Kiryat HaYovel neighborhood, and the police decided to secure the students' arrival for the first day of the school year. The protesters claimed there was "immodesty" in the neighborhood, covered the windows with anti-conscription messages, and poured paint at the entrance.

The organization "Emet LeYaakov BeIsrael" filed a petition today (Monday) to the Supreme Court demanding the equal application of enforcement mechanisms and sanctions on all those who do not report for military service, rather than focusing them solely on the Haredi public. In the petition, filed through attorney Yehuda Abeles, it is claimed that the state operates economic and civil enforcement...

Haredi protesters, who arrived at the recruitment center in Tel HaShomer to demonstrate against the Haredi recruitment taking place today, blocked a military police vehicle. The protesters sat on the road, preventing the vehicle and the soldiers inside from continuing their journey.

Avigdor Lieberman arrived at the recruitment center to support the recruits and sent a firm message against draft dodgers. At the same time, the IDF presented the range of units, from combat to technology, to which the new recruits are assigned.

Dozens of Haredim are blocking buses at the entrance to Jerusalem to protest public transport on Shabbat. Similar demonstrations are taking place in Safed and Bnei Brak.

Just 4 kilometers from Tel Aviv, in the Sofrim complex in Bnei Brak, new apartments are offered for thousands of shekels less. Roy arrived with his partner and was told there is "no room for a couple of men," Shahar the reservist heard that his uniform would "cause problems," and Reut endured shouts of "shiksa." Three testimonies that raise the question: who is the neighborhood really intended...

Municipal officials, who deny this was an official initiative, placed containers on the access road to the 'Mitham HaSofrim' neighborhood before the start of Shabbat and blocked it. Hours later, the police cleared the containers and summoned the driver who placed them for questioning. A police source stated: "The secular residents are also provoking the Haredim by driving wildly and doing...

The Yachad party chairman addressed several issues at an event in Rishon LeZion, presenting a firm stance on Haredi conscription: "Zero exemptions." Bennett also called on Israel and the US to work to accelerate the fall of the Iranian regime and completely ruled out a Palestinian state in any configuration.

Border Police and Judea and Samaria District police are working to restore order and reopen Highway 443. The suspect remains in a police vehicle while protesters block the area.

Will the "modern Haredim" bring down the walls? When you arrive in Beit Shemesh, you meet a wide spectrum: anti-Zionists, voters of United Torah Judaism and Shas, and also a population that wants to do everything differently. "What have they done for me? Nothing," says a young man in jeans and a black kippah. Eliyahu, who came to the launch of the "Haredi Public" party, notes: "The parties have...

Hundreds of extremist Haredim are protesting against the construction works for the Green Line of the light rail in Jerusalem. Rioters uprooted fences surrounding the construction site, and police responded with stun grenades and a water cannon.

The IDF removed an AI-generated video from its official Instagram page that advised Haredi deserters on how to avoid arrest at the airport. The military stated the content was uploaded against official guidelines and has launched an investigation.

Approximately 200 students from the Haredi public joined pre-military preparatory programs this week, operated by the 'Shomer Yisrael' and 'Netzach Yehuda' associations. The initiative provides spiritual and physical training to prepare young men for significant combat service in the IDF.

The Supreme Court issued an order nisi regarding a petition against the transfer of coalition funds to Haredi institutions and the Ministry of Settlements. The court froze 400 million shekels while releasing urgent budgets for local authorities and the rehabilitation of the North and South.

Following the announcement of its run for the Knesset, the party launched a campaign across Haredi population centers, focusing on criticism of the Haredi leadership and a call for enlistment and the study of mathematics and English.

Behind the scenes of the Haredi world, the possibility of translating the opposition to the conscription of yeshiva students into a new electoral force is being examined. However, senior official Moti Babchik has already publicly clarified that Gur does not intend to give up its leadership within Agudat Yisrael.

Before opening time, Haredim tried to place barriers at the entrance to the cafe in an attempt to disrupt its operation. In recent weeks, the cafe has become a focal point of clashes between Haredim protesting its operation on Shabbat and liberals standing up for their right to enjoy the weekend.

The Supreme Court rejected Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich's request to cancel the freeze on funds approved by the Finance Committee, but allowed the release of 78 million shekels for the Ministry of Religious Services.

Three families of Jews from across Europe and the USA went on a trip in Austria and strayed from the path into dangerous terrain. Authorities were forced to rescue the hikers who had not planned the trip well, and one of the rescuers estimated that the cost would amount to tens of thousands of euros.

After a long period during which tensions between Rabbi Yitzhak Yosef and the IDF over the issue of Haredi conscription repeatedly made headlines, the Shas party managed to lower the flames today. The former Chief Rabbi published a particularly conciliatory message toward IDF soldiers, blessed them, and defined them as "messengers of the Almighty to protect the people of Israel."

Look at the level of low discourse, alienation, and arrogance we have reached in the studios: Eyal Berkovic sits opposite Michael Shemesh and dares to ask him on live broadcast with the utmost naturalness a question that hides all the arrogance in the world: "What do the Haredim contribute to us that we should take them into the coalition?". In response, Shemesh told Berko that it was a "somewhat...

For two months now, a battle over Shabbat has been taking place in Safed, with Haredim blocking buses operating in the city and secular residents demonstrating against them. The police are struggling to restore order, the mayor is unable to prevent it, and those opposing the "Haredization of the city" have taken a step further: "If you disturb us, we will disturb you."

Haredim opposing IDF conscription have launched protests following the arrest of a draft dodger. Police have warned of significant traffic congestion from the Aluf Sadeh interchange to Em HaMoshavot and along the Jabotinsky axis in Bnei Brak.

Former Shin Bet chief Yoram Cohen stated that up to 30% of Haredim could be exempted from service in the next government. Naftali Bennett and Avigdor Lieberman criticized the statement, insisting on universal conscription. The Yashar! party clarified that the remarks stemmed from confusion between the percentage of Haredim within their community and their share of the general population.

Behad party chairman Naftali Bennett toughened his stance today, Wednesday, regarding Haredi conscription, citing comments by Yoram Cohen of Gadi Eisenkot's party. Bennett clarified that he would not accept any frameworks that include broad exemptions from service.

Liberman said that without universal conscription and an extension of service, income tax would have to rise by 16%. This number does exist in official opinions, but it describes something slightly different. The 'Whistle' from Globes.

According to one of his students, the former Chief Rabbi urged them not to vote for the Shas party, explaining that the left respects religion more than the Prime Minister's bloc. The spiritual leader of Shas denied the report, calling it an attempt to sow division.

Likud MK Tally Gotliv criticized a recruitment video aimed at Haredim during an interview with 103FM. She stated she would not be a partner in turning the Haredi public into a "plague" and compared the video's production to the era of Nazi Germany.

After the severe disappointment he suffered in the Democrats' primaries, Naor Narkis continues his public activity and now reveals a situation that sparked the anger of one of his followers: "I didn't imagine."

Following the expiration of an ultimatum issued to Shas and United Torah Judaism, the 'Haredi Public' faction is discussing the possibility of running independently. Advanced talks are underway with right-wing parties and former minister Eli Yishai.

Every leftist must verify 500 times with whom they breathe the same air, but the Admor of Gur can happily cozy up to the anti-Zionist Satmar Hasidim, who informed him they would complain about the state in The Hague. Fact: even the opposition leaders are silent.

The show of humiliation known as the Likud primaries broke records of populism — and we will all pay the economic price. Immediately after the establishment of the new government, a tax reform is urgently needed.

Talks within United Torah Judaism about joining any government that would legislate an exemption from military service for Haredim do not impress the chairman of the "BEYAHAD" party. "There is no point in a government that will not solve this existential problem," said Bennett. Regarding the Eisenkot outline: "Gafni and Deri will spin the politician on duty."

Protesters gathered outside a recruitment event in Jerusalem, shouting insults at Brigadier General (res.) Ofer Winter, calling him an "inciter" and a "heretic."

The upcoming integration of the Haredi public into Israeli society requires creating economic barriers while simultaneously developing absorption programs. This is essential for maintaining the country's security and economic prosperity.

Two girls arrived in short clothing for a visit to "Indi Park," and the guard at the entrance asked if they had covering clothing. The park management stated that it was a day designated for the Haredi public, which requires modest attire.

Rav-Aluf Zamir clarified that the integration of Haredim into the IDF is essential for the security of the country and the entire people of Israel. "One of the lessons we learned from October 7 is that the IDF must grow," he explained. The Chief of General Staff clarified that alongside the urgent need, the army's goal is to allow Haredim to serve in the IDF while maintaining their lifestyle.

Yoaz Hendel warned that in just 22 years, Israel might lose its Zionist majority. Research bodies dealing with this show that it is probably not that close. Globes' 'Hamashrokik' (The Whistle).

Religious Zionism has only recently returned to passing the electoral threshold in polls, after a prolonged period in which the national-religious public did not find a political home. The public is angry at the conduct of its representatives towards the Haredi society - but it is still unclear if alternatives like Chili Tropper, Yoaz Hendel, Gilad Erdan or Yuli Edelstein will manage to erode its...

Documentation circulating in Haredi channels shows food and drink being distributed in kollels to mark the death of Rabbi Yaakov Aaron Farber. The 32-year-old rabbi, who passed away after a battle with cancer, led initiatives to integrate Haredim into the IDF and was frequently targeted by protesters.

MKs appealed to the Ministry of Education and the Finance Committee's legal advisor, demanding a freeze on budgets for "ptur" institutions. They argue that these schools continue regular studies in July while claiming funds intended for summer activities.

The law to cancel the arrest of Haredi draft dodgers has become an ideological and political burden. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is trapped between the need to maintain his coalition and the public demand for equality.

Yaakov Farber, founder of a program for integrating Haredim into the IDF, passed away at 32. Rabbi Yonatan Ries eulogizes his brother-in-law and partner, highlighting his character against the backdrop of scandalous reactions from extremist elements: "The recruiter croaked."

Yashar party chairman Gadi Eisenkot warned of a loss of control in Judea and Samaria and criticized the government. He stated he would not join a coalition with parties that reject the values of a Jewish and democratic state.