Ultra-Orthodox protests over draft law spread across Israel
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- Category: Middle East
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-04-29 15:16 UTC
- Sources: Middle East Eye
Ultra-Orthodox Jews have been protesting the new draft law in Israel, with demonstrations taking place across the country. The law aims to reduce exemptions for ultra-Orthodox men from military service.
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