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Ultra-Orthodox political figures have warned of stepping back from cooperation with government bodies and even triggering economic pressure in response to ongoing efforts to conscript yeshiva students. The rhetoric comes amid rising protests and a broader national debate over military exemptions for Haredi men, with a High Court ruling already mandating enlistment.
Since Thursday, tens of thousands have crossed into Ceuta, triggering a cross-border crisis. Spain reports dozens of deaths and ongoing efforts to account for victims as migrants return to Morocco. The political fallout involves Spain, Morocco, and wider EU concerns about migration policy and regional stability.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has stated that Iran targeted one of his sons during a phone interview, reiterating a call for 24/7 security protection for former army chief Gadi Eisenkot amid reports that Shin Bet declined to provide a security detail for him. The remarks underscore tensions over security arrangements ahead of the October 27 election. Netanyahu’s comments follow broader discussions about Iran’s actions and regional security dynamics.