A Haredi deserter released from military prison was welcomed with a celebratory parade in Beitar Illit on Sunday, the same day four IDF soldiers were buried, Israel Hayom reports. The event continues a series of public receptions for draft evaders from the Haredi community.
On Sunday evening, a Haredi deserter released from military prison was welcomed with a celebratory parade in Beitar Illit, according to Israel Hayom. The report notes that the parade took place on the same day four IDF soldiers were buried. This is the latest in a series of public receptions for Haredi draft evaders released from military prison, following similar events in recent weeks, including a red-carpet reception for seven deserters on June 12 and another reception for additional deserters on June 19, as The Zioneer reported. The phenomenon highlights ongoing tensions between the Haredi community and state authorities over military conscription.
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