"Israel's Struggle with Ultra-Orthodox Military Draft Sparks Political Tensions"

The recent conflict in Gaza has intensified the debate in Israel over whether to draft ultra-Orthodox individuals into military service, as they have been broadly exempt since the nation's founding. With a growing population and increased pressure to end the exemption, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu faces a deadline to present a military draft plan. While some ultra-Orthodox individuals have shown support for the military, critics argue that the exemption is straining the military and the economy. The issue has become a core tension in Israeli society, with implications for Israeli democracy and political alliances.