Ultra-Orthodox factions have declared intentions to hold large-scale protests in Jerusalem and central Israel. These demonstrations are a response to ongoing tensions regarding the conscription of religious students. Meanwhile, the Israel Defense Forces have clarified their recent operational approach, admitting that proactive arrests of draft evaders were significantly reduced in recent weeks. This acknowledgment follows a previous military statement that had denied reports of a pause in enforcement. The military clarified that its recent efforts were primarily concentrated on monitoring border crossings throughout the High Holiday period. The situation remains sensitive as the military balances its recruitment requirements with the political pressures surrounding the ultra-Orthodox community's exemption status.
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