Ultra-Orthodox Israelis Are Angry at the Possibility of Losing Their Military Deferments

Jerusalem, 27 June, 2024 (TPS) -- Ultra-orthodox (Haredim) block a main highway intersection near Tel Aviv during the evening rush hour to protest against the drafting of people from their communities into the Israeli military.

The Israel Supreme Court ruled unanimously on Tuesday that the members of their community must serve in the Israeli military just like everyone else.

Tel Aviv, June 27, 2024
Photo by Eitan Elhadez-Barak/TPS