Knesset passes contentious haredi-backed bill to enshrine Torah study in Israel's Basic Law

The Knesset recently approved a controversial bill pushed by haredi parties that seeks to enshrine the value of Torah study in Israel's Basic Law. This move has sparked significant tensions within the coalition government and raised concerns that it could lead to increased draft evasion among ultra-Orthodox Jews. Critics argue that this legislation could undermine secular values and military service, while supporters see it as a necessary recognition of their religious traditions. The passage of this bill underscores the ongoing cultural and political battles within Israeli society.