image sourced from original article at Ultra-Orthodox demonstrators targeted two lawmakers on Saturday night over their involvement in advancing legislation to regulate military conscription for yeshiva students. In Jerusalem, extremists smashed the window of Yoav Ben-Tzur's car, drawing widespread condemnation from across the political spectrum. Later, protesters gathered outside the home of Ya'akov Asher in Bnei Brak, with police intervening to control the crowd.
These incidents reflect growing tensions within the ultra-Orthodox community regarding proposed changes to longstanding draft exemptions. The government is under pressure to address manpower shortages in the military, while Haredi parties continue to resist conscription efforts. Politicians from various parties united in denouncing the violence, emphasizing the need for democratic debate rather than intimidation.
