The new demand infuriating haredi yeshivas

The Israel Tax Authority is requiring yeshivas to prove their students have settled their military status to maintain tax-exempt status for donors. Institutions must submit student lists and affidavits confirming no draft evaders are enrolled or face the loss of Section 46 tax benefits.
Why it matters
This move represents a significant escalation in the enforcement of military conscription laws within Israel's Haredi community, linking financial incentives directly to draft compliance.
The Israel Tax Authority has launched a broad campaign to allow dozens of yeshivas and Torah institutions across the country to
The source is a right-leaning Israeli outlet; the framing emphasizes the 'infuriating' nature of the demand and includes inflammatory headlines in the sidebar.
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