Israel Faces Critical Crossroads with Ultra-Orthodox Conscription and Educational Reforms
Supreme Court ruling and demographic trends force government to address military service and socio-economic integration of Haredi community.
- Supreme Court mandates conscription of ultra-Orthodox men, ending decades-long exemption.
- High birth rates among Haredim pose challenges to Israel's socio-economic and military stability.
- Experts call for drastic educational reforms to integrate Haredi youth into modern workforce.
- Protests and political tensions arise as government begins issuing draft notices.
- Tailored programs and hesder initiatives proposed to accommodate religious practices in military service.