Netanyahu condemns 'chase' of female soldiers in Tel Aviv suburb
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- Netanyahu condemns attack on female soldiers in Tel Aviv suburb, calls perpetrators "extremist minority."
- Incident reflects ongoing tensions over mandatory military service for Haredim.
'Israeli' Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu sharply condemned an incident on Sunday in which a group of Haredi men chased two female soldiers through the streets of 'Bnei Brak', east of Tel Aviv.
Extremist minority, not entire community
Netanyahu’s office described the assailants as an "extremist minority" that does not represent the views of the broader Haredi community. The prime minister called the attack "dangerous and unacceptable", emphasizing that the government would not tolerate disorder or assaults on military and security personnel.
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He praised the dedication of soldiers and police officers who perform their duties under challenging circumstances.
Incident details
The soldiers, from the Education and Youth Corps, were conducting a routine home visit for a soldier when the crowd pursued them. Video footage circulated online showing chaotic scenes before police intervened to secure their exit.
Chief of Staff 'Eyal Zamir' also condemned the attack, describing it as a "serious violation of the red lines". He called for strong measures against the perpetrators and demanded they be brought to justice.
Wider context: mandatory service tensions
The incident comes amid rising protests by the Haredi community against mandatory military service. Tensions intensified after the Supreme Court ruling on June 25 that required religious men to serve in the army and limited funding to religious institutions whose students refused enlistment.
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Officials warn that the clashes highlight deep societal divisions over service obligations, with security forces closely monitoring potential flashpoints in Haredi neighborhoods.
