Israeli Deputy Foreign Minister Sharren Haskel resigned from her post after the Knesset approved a law tied to military conscription for ultra-Orthodox men. Her departure was framed as a protest against the measure, which temporarily prevents the arrest or prosecution of Haredi men who avoid mandatory service.
The resignation puts fresh attention on one of Israel’s most divisive political issues: whether ultra-Orthodox communities should continue to receive special treatment on military service. The legislation has drawn criticism from those who argue that conscription rules should be applied more evenly across society, especially during periods of national strain.
Haskel’s move signals internal friction over the government’s handling of the draft debate. Even without broader details about immediate political fallout, the resignation underscores how sensitive the issue remains inside Israeli politics and among the public.
The controversy around the Haredi draft law is likely to keep pressure on lawmakers as arguments continue over fairness, legal accountability and the balance between religious exemptions and national service obligations. Haskel’s resignation gives the dispute added political weight at a moment when the issue is already highly charged.
