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National-religious men overrepresented in IDF reserves as haredim stay absent, IDI analysis finds
National-Religious men were found to have increased in service substantially from the start of the war until 2025, while the participation of secular men decreased the most of any group.
As I turn 80, I hope my life is and continues to be a journey that inspires others - opinion
Israel’s ultra-Orthodox community feels misunderstood. Here’s why - opinion
When Shabbat becomes a battleground - opinion
Tolerance and respect is key amid wartime municipal elections - opinion
As Israel holds local elections today, which by definition emphasize disagreements and generate division and contrariness, here are two examples that show a different way.
A look at competitive victimhood in Israeli society
RELIGIOUS AFFAIRS: As Israel continues to navigate the complexities of its societal fabric, this study offers a crucial insight into the mechanisms of conflict and perception among its people.
What is the real meaning of unity in Israel these days? - opinion
You can’t open a newspaper, listen to the news, or scroll through social media without reading about the way the people of Israel have come together to fight for survival.
Secular groups warn: 'The war must not be used to push religion in army bases'
They say that allowing groups such as the Noam Party into bases violates the rights of gay soldiers, due to its homophobic nature.
Reciprocity must be precondition in secular-religious relations in Israel - opinion
Without reciprocity, the use of the concept of “liberalism” is mere demagoguery.
Israel's chief rabbi: Secular Jews have lower intelligence, are jealous of haredim
"They do not find satisfaction in life; everything is driven by the desires of this world," Sephardi Chief Rabbi Yitzhak Yosef said.
When solidarity was lost on the most important day of the Jewish year - opinion
The hurt felt by the broad section of the Israeli public that is moderately traditional may have serious consequences for the struggle against the government’s judicial overhaul.
Can giving Israel Sundays off heal the religious divide?
Rabbi Warren Goldstein: "Introducing Sunday as an additional weekend day would mitigate the tensions and divisions within Israeli society concerning Shabbat."
Even with differing opinions, we should still respect others - opinion
It appears that in Tel Aviv, there is hardly a trace left of the deeply-rooted Jewish tradition within the public sphere.
Awakening the secular soul: Reconnecting with Jewish heritage
As Yom Kippur concluded in Tel Aviv, it's imperative to contemplate the emotions that engulfed the demonstration—emotions that ranged from frustration to anger and even hatred.
