Israel's High Court of Justice is set to review a controversial law that halts the arrest of ultra-Orthodox (Haredi) draft evaders, according to reports from July 2026. The review follows a series of High Court rulings criticizing the government's failure to enforce equal military service.
The law, passed by the Knesset, temporarily suspends enforcement of conscription for Haredi yeshiva students, a move that has sparked legal challenges. Petitioners argue it violates the principle of equality, as most Israeli citizens are required to serve in the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) from age 18.
As of July 16, 2026, the High Court has not issued a final ruling. The case highlights ongoing tensions between secular and religious communities in Israel over military service obligations.
