The controversy in Israel regarding the exemption of ultra-Orthodox yeshiva students from military service has escalated, with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu delaying addressing the issue despite a High Court deadline.

The ongoing debate in Israel revolves around whether haredi Orthodox Jews should be conscripted into the Israeli army, as they are currently exempted to study Torah.

The article discusses the current crisis of unity within the IDF, the people's army of Israel.

The IDF, long seen as a unifying force in Israeli society, is facing a crisis of unity amid challenges such as opposition by reservists to government plans and a proposed exemption for Haredi Jews from military service.