Knesset Committee Authorizes Call-Up of 430,000 Reservists Amid Haredi Draft Dispute

Israeli parliamentary committee authorizes call-up of 430,000 reservists amid Haredi draft dispute. Knesset extends emergency powers as war in Gaza intensifies.

Pesach Benson

August 18, 2025 at 2:44 pm • 1 min read

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