Traditions

Religious Zionism leaders disagree with ultra-Orthodox conscription law

A group of national religious rabbis, recognizable by their "knitted yarmulkes," penned an appeal to Israeli politicians.

Six city Rabbis forced to resign

Due to regulations adopted by former Minister of Religion Matan Kahana, six Israeli city rabbis will step down.

Knesset passes law limiting this year's Lag B'Omer celebrations on Mount Meron

All events must be coordinated with the IDF due to regular Hezbollah attacks

IDF unveils plan to establish ultra-Orthodox brigade

The IDF is planning to establish a brigade comprising approximately 3,000 ultra-Orthodox men.

Rabbi Tzadka condemns Yeshiva draft plans as malicious

Rabbi Tzadka believes that proponents of the new conscription law seek to gradually exert control over the ultra-Orthodox community.

Netanyahu honors fallen soldier by wearing his Tefillin

Benjamin Netanyahu shared a photo of him wearing tefillin (phylacteries) on his X account.

Calcalist: Nepotism flourishes in the Chief Rabbinate

The Ashkenazi and Sephardic Chief Rabbis are tasked with forming a committee to select new Chief Rabbis, with many candidates being their siblings.