Haredi draft
'State is waging war against God and Torah': Sephardic Rabbis oppose conscription
The rabbis condemn the government's actions, accusing it of sowing discord and attempting to secularize the ultra-religious community.
Government requests independent representation in High Court on conscription issue
Government Secretary Yossi Fuchs requested permission for the government to independently represent itself before the High Court regarding the conscription of yeshiva students.
Ministry stops Yeshiva payments for military-eligible students
The Ministry of Education has issued a notice to yeshiva directors regarding the suspension of payments for students liable for military service.
Yeshiva students begin being served military summonses
The state is now legally obligated to begin drafting ultra-Orthodox yeshiva students, and there is no longer a legal basis
'He is not worthy': Protest against Israel Prize award to Rabbi Yitzhak Yosef
Hundreds of people gathered in Jerusalem to protest the decision to award the Israel Prize to Sephardic Chief Rabbi Yitzhak Yosef.
Netanyahu promises conscription bill within 30 days
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has pledged to ultra-Orthodox parties to present a conscription bill within 30 days.
Ultra-Orthodox block Highway 4 in protest against Haredi draft
Police are working on ensuring public order at a protest by ultra-religious members blocking Highway number 4.