Ultra-Orthodox Jews break with tradition to enlist in Israeli military • FRANCE 24 English

In Israel, ultra-Orthodox Jews make up 15 percent of the population and enjoy a special status. They do not pay certain taxes and are exempt from military service; a privilege that has been questioned by some politicians since the war against Hamas erupted. But ever since the October 7 attacks, thousands of young ultra-Orthodox men have come forward to volunteer in the armed forces, even if their families don't always support them in this endeavour. Our team on the ground reports.

[pavelp]

Immense respect for these boys. They know that they cannot bury their heads in the Torah and expect Hashem to swat all our enemies away by himself. HE has helped us tremendously, Israel has a very powerful army, some of the most sophisticated weaponry on the planet and incredible warriors. But it is a tiny country with a small population and many enemies.

The IDF has made a special brigade for religious boys and men. There are no women, food is kosher, you’re allowed to pray and learn, if you’re not being shot at of course, and these boys will be proud. They will be proud that they served their country in it’s time of need, they protected their families their friends and everyone else but most of all, they will not let others do all the fighting for them! Blood and honor yet call to the man!

[Gipsy]

you don't win wars by praying, trust me...

[johanlourens]

Thumbs up for those joining - defending their existence, heritage ect.

[lsseaside]

Excellent! Ultra Orthodox must do their share ... Israel needs them. They must not expect all others to provide for them and protect them.

[GingerIndiana]

I'm happy to hear half of them now realize they are needed to support their country. My respects to these people who have the cleverness to adapt to the situation and period of time they are living in.

[docdynamix]

Its about time . They have had it too easy for far to long

[pluribus_unum]

Ethno-nationalism, Jewish-nationalism, Hindu-nationalism, Christian-nationalism, Islamic-nationalism are all anathema to democracy. No exceptions.

[lsseaside]

God well teaches us we must work to have anything and fight to defend ourselves

[imisstoronto]

They should be serving or doing something for the IDF. We’ve got enough rabbis.

[Daniel-jvku]

Finally! We're all responsible for each other.

[annakortukov]

Love it, they are just like hebrews in king David times. God bless Israeli people 🤍💙

[vehicleturningleft]

these must be the worst soldiers in the

[williammcguire]

I thought that the Israeli supreme Court said that these guys going to have to serve?

[Mug-]

😂😂We heard about the numbers
The "tall" ones didn't even manage to reach a 3-digit number...(These guys came from the "Azrieli" yeshiva)

[savedchristian]

Let these guys understand Hashem doesn't like His sacrifice of Jesus on the cross on our behalf, not being despised !!

[mackbedunduk]

What the different between the terms "ultra ortodox" and "extremist"?

They're obvious extremist

[Dam-a-fence]

Sorry but, I have been opposed to organized religion for all my life.
I understand what it's for, the needy need help.
I'd rather do that outside the binary model.
Since I'm part of existence, I see no issue with that.
What I do see issue with, is organized religion, waging war of any kind.
Weapons effectively sell themselves. They are not needy.

[riffriff]

Yasin 105 is waithing for this guys😅😅

[Tofegast]

If charedi yew join Israëli army he made biggest mistake

[Asha-wjko]

Is this the same battalion committing war crimes in gaza ?