#Haredi

(The Conversation) — Ultra-Orthodox Jews, often called Haredim, make up a small but growing percentage of Israel’s population. Still, their political parties wield significant influence.

JERUSALEM (RNS) — Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s government has tolerated the refusal of tens of thousands of Haredim to serve in the military. That support will likely hurt him at the ballot box on Tuesday (Oct. 27).

The ultra-Orthodox community is resisting being drafted into the Israeli army. But will they now bring down the Netanyahu government?

Israel’s election heats up over ultra-Orthodox conscription debate, reflecting deep societal and political divides.

As the ultra-Orthodox population surges, plans for three new cities in the south highlight a growing divide over integration, economics and the future of Haredi life

Day after members of extremist Jerusalem Faction breached home of IDF officer, hundreds of ultra-Orthodox protesters block cars, resist police in opposition to arrest of draft evaders