Israeli police in Jerusalem clash with orthodox protesters demonstrating against military service

“We prefer to die and not go to the Israeli army.” Israeli police in Jerusalem clashed with orthodox Jews protesting against compulsory military service on Monday. In 2018, Israel’s Supreme Court voided a long-running law waiving the draft for orthodox men. The government issued a stay on mandatory conscription after parliament was unable to come up with a new arrangement, which is set to expire next month. Subscribe to our channel: Subscribe to MEE Telegram channel to stay up to date: Middle East Eye Website: Follow us on TikTok: @middleeasteye Follow us on Instagram: Like us on Facebook: Follow us on Twitter: