The head of the IDF Recruitment Bureaus branch told the Knesset State Control Committee that the average age of applicants for one-time psychiatric exemption opinions is significantly higher than the general conscription age, indicating that many are from the Haredi community. The official added that the requests are not backed by ongoing therapeutic monitoring.
At a Knesset State Control Committee hearing earlier today, the head of the IDF Recruitment Bureaus branch provided new details on mental health exemptions. According to N12, the official stated that the average age of those submitting one-time psychiatric opinions for exemption is significantly higher than the general conscription age, suggesting that many applicants are from the Haredi community. The official also noted that these requests are not accompanied by ongoing therapeutic follow-up. The statement adds to the ongoing debate over Haredi conscription, which has been a contentious issue in Israeli politics. The Zioneer reported at 13:37 that the official had indicated Haredi overrepresentation; the new report includes a direct quote. The official's name has not been released.
2 developments
- DevelopingKnesset committee advances 32-month service bill; plenum vote set for Monday
- DevelopingIDF Personnel Chief calls for extending mandatory service to 36 months
- DevelopingIDF may cut pre-draft service year and extend yeshiva students' service amid fighter shortage
- DevelopingKnesset panel approves Haredi enlistment exemption for coming months
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