Levin, who spoke at an induction ceremony for newly appointed magistrate court judges and registrars, led the government's controversial judicial reforms in 2023.
Herzog stated that despite the many differences in backgrounds, they had succeeded in reaching an agreement on the 36 new judges.
The petition argued that the court's ruling sets new legal norms, and failing to challenge them would have significant legal consequences.
The ruling presents a persuasive case for other state courts to follow, potentially opening the door for Jews — and others with similar religious commitments — to secure abortions.
Arbel added that there were 1,500 men in every haredi age-group who could be drafted immediately, and "who must be part of those carrying the burden."
Daqqah died at the age of 64, less than a year before he was scheduled to be released in March 2025.
Amit Halevi slammed the Supreme Court and Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara on radio 103FM, saying their intervention in the haredi draft law issue was inappropriate.
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