Ultra-Orthodox Protesters Storm Israeli Army Base Amid Draft Dispute

Demonstrations against compulsory military service for religious Jews escalate as Israel faces broader security challenges.

Protesters broke into Tel Hashomer base near Tel Aviv, leading to clashes with police.
The demonstrations follow a Supreme Court ruling ending draft exemptions for ultra-Orthodox seminary students.
Military officials stress the necessity of drafting ultra-Orthodox citizens for operational reasons.
The issue has intensified societal divisions, especially amid ongoing conflicts in Gaza and potential threats from Iran and Hezbollah.
Ultra-Orthodox leaders have urged their community to resist the draft, leading to repeated protests.