Protests Over Draft Exemptions Intensify in Israel
Ultra-Orthodox prioritize scripture study over military service, even in wartime.
Ultra-Orthodox men under 18: <10% enlist, 40% of draft pool.
General Eyal Zamir rejects bill protecting Ultra-Orthodox from draft prosecution, calling exemptions 'inconceivable' during high sacrifice.
Ultra-Orthodox parties could shape future conscription laws as elections near.
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