Israeli police clash with ultra-Orthodox protesters over army enlistment

Al JazeeraEN 1 min read 100% complete February 16, 2026 at 12:18 PM

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Israeli police clashed with an angry crowd of ultra-Orthodox men protesting military enlistment in Jerusalem on Sunday. The protesters were objecting to a government plan to reform the system, which would require more ultra-Orthodox Jews to serve in the army. Two female Israeli soldiers were chased by the crowd as they attempted to disperse the protesters. The issue has been contentious in recent months as the government seeks to address concerns about equal treatment and social integration among ultra-Orthodox Jews. The exact details of the reform plan are not yet public, but it is expected to be announced soon. The incident highlights the ongoing tensions between the government and ultra-Orthodox communities over military service.

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Government of Israel 60% Israeli Army 70% Israeli Police 80% Ultra-Orthodox ×290% Israel 90%

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