Draft law chaos
Charedi Jews in London Protest Against Draft Law | WATCH
The Satmar-led protest took place outside the Israeli embassy over concern for the draft law's impact on their counterparts. Representatives from across the London Charedi community took part, but drew no comment from the Embassy or Foreign Ministry.
A protest against IDF conscription was held outside the Israeli Embassy in London, backed by all major Haredi factions in the city. Demonstrators held signs opposing the draft bill advancing in the Knesset and calling to preserve long-standing exemptions for yeshiva students. Organizers framed the rally as a show of unity from the London Haredi community amid rising concern over the proposed law’s impact on their counterparts in Israel. The Israeli Embassy declined to comment.