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Response to Rabbi Pini Dunner to his response: The 4 Levels of the Land

The Charedi world did not arrive in the Land of Israel because of the State. We were here long before it, and, with Hashem’s help, we will be here long after it — when Moshiach comes and all forms of democracy, nationalism, and other “isms” fade into the dust of history.

Are Yeshiva Bachurim Really Being Jailed for Learning Torah?

When a Jewish boy dedicates his life to Torah study — the highest mitzvah and the very heartbeat of Am Yisrael — and a government tells him, “If you don’t stop learning and enlist in the army, we’ll put you in jail,” what exactly do you call that?

An Open Response to Rabbi Pini Dunner: Torah Isn’t a Slogan — It’s Our Shield

A heartfelt, point-by-point response to Rabbi Pini Dunner’s essay — clarifying what the atzeres truly was, why Torah learning is Israel’s greatest protection, and how the Belzer framework can only succeed if Torah remains fully sovereign.

You Can’t Draft in the Name of a Torah You Don’t Follow

Israel’s army and government do not live by Torah law — yet some invoke Torah verses to justify drafting those who do. It’s a contradiction that exposes the hollow misuse of Torah for political ends.

“The Torah Is Our Life”: Five Historic Resolutions Declared at Massive Atzeres Tefillah in Jerusalem

Hundreds of thousands filled the streets of Yerushalayim as Gedolei Yisrael, Roshei Yeshiva, and Bnei Torah stood together in one voice — proclaiming that the arrests of lomdei Torah will never be accepted, and that Klal Yisrael lives and survives only through the power of Torah.

They Call Us Draft Dodgers — But We’re the Ones Holding the Nation Up

As critics rage over the massive Charedi protests in Jerusalem, accusing Bnei Torah of shirking responsibility, one truth stands unshaken: the Torah world isn’t the problem — it’s the reason Klal Yisrael still stands.

Why the Dati Leumi Community Should Stand Together with Charedim for Kavod HaTorah

As pressure mounts against yeshiva students, it’s time for all Torah-observant Jews — Charedi and Dati alike — to unite in defense of our eternal mesorah.

A Nation of Torah Stands Together: Historic Gathering Planned in Jerusalem

Hundreds of thousands expected to join a peaceful demonstration to defend the freedom of Torah study, as Gedolei Yisrael urge participants to sanctify Hashem’s Name through unity and dignity.

From Persecuting Bnei Torah to a Palestinian State: The Price of Spitting on the Torah

This is the bitter irony, the ultimate chutzpah of the State: while declaring lomdei Torah to be criminals and threatening to jail yeshiva bochurim unless they submit to the army, Hashem turns the tables and lets the nations of the world treat Israel like the criminal.

Wave of Arrests: Breslov, Chabad, and Chareidi Bochurim Dragged to Prison Ahead of Yamim Nora’im

The war on Torah is intensifying. On Tuesday night, a 23-year-old Breslover chassid, a talmid at HaRav Shalom Arush’s Chut Shel Chessed yeshiva, was arrested at Ben Gurion Airport while preparing to fly to Uman for Rosh Hashanah.

Supreme Court Targets Yeshiva Students With Economic Pressure

The assault on lomdei Torah took yet another step forward Monday, as Israel’s Supreme Court ruled in favor of a left-wing petition seeking to cancel the National Insurance (Bituach Leumi) subsidy for yeshiva students deemed “draft dodgers.”

Zakein HaPoskim, Rav Avigdor Nebenzahl: “Even a Bochur Who Isn’t Learning Must Not Enlist”

Maran Rosh Yeshivas Netiv Aryeh and Rav of the Old City of Yerushalayim—has issued an unprecedented public psak halacha declaring that even Chareidi bochurim who are not currently learning must not enlist in the IDF under any framework.

Breslov Rabbanim Declare: “Better to Miss Uman Than Fall Into the IDF Trap”

“Since the conscription decree is a gezeiras shmad, no one should allow themselves to fall into the IDF’s trap by signing onto any track—military, national, or civil service. Reality has proven again and again that their promises are worthless.

50,000 Secular Draft Dodgers Walk Free — But the State Targets Bnei Torah

Israel’s military leaders warn of a “manpower crisis,” insisting that the IDF urgently needs 10,000 more soldiers to fill its ranks. The solution, we are told, is to break down the doors of yeshivos and drag lomdei Torah into prison.

Tel Aviv’s War on Torah: 130 Shuls Threatened With Eviction Unless They Break Halacha

This is not a “Chareidi issue.” Today it’s Tel Aviv—tomorrow it’s everywhere. Dati Leumi and Chareidi alike must stand together to defend our mesorah.

“Battle of Rage” and Yom Tefillah: Klal Yisroel Mobilizes Against Arrests of Bnei Torah

The pressure campaign against yeshiva bochurim has sparked an unprecedented dual response this week: public demonstrations of protest alongside massive atzeros tefillah called by Gedolei Yisroel across the country.

Open Response to Uri Pilichowski's Post About Charedim on Vacation

Thank you for writing your heartfelt post. Even though I don’t know you personally, I can feel from your words that you truly have Ahavas Yisrael and a deep love for all Jews. You’re in real pain, and that sincerity comes through.

Gedolei HaDor Denounce Draft Decrees and National-Religious Leaders

In a historic meeting, HaGaon Rav Dov Landau shlit”a and HaGaon Rav Moshe Sternbuch shlit”a issued a firm call against the army draft of yeshiva students, condemning National-Religious politicians who, they warned, are aiding secular parties in campaigns against bnei Torah.

Midnight Raid: Yeshiva Bochur Dragged From Bed for the “Crime” of Learning Torah

The IDF’s so-called “enforcement” targets Sephardim, ba’alei teshuvah, and geirim—while avoiding Bnei Brak and Chassidic strongholds. Gedolei Yisrael say: do not be intimidated.

Rav Hirsch shlit"a Shares Remark from U.S. Ambassador Mike Huckabee

During a recent meeting, a senior American diplomat emphasized that while an army is essential, without spirituality a nation cannot endure.

HaRav Dov Landau Shlit”a to IDF Commander: “The Army Does Not Protect Us — The Torah Protects Us”

In a rare and striking exchange, HaRav Dov Landau shlit”a confronted an IDF commander on the question of army service and yeshiva students, declaring that only Torah provides true protection for Klal Yisrael.

⚠️ HaRav Dov Landau Shlit”a Issues Urgent Call Against Army Draft (Video with English Transcription)

HaRav Dov Landau shlit”a, warns of the dangers posed by the military draft. He urges Klal Yisrael to remain steadfast in emunah, resist pressure and temptation, and stand strong in absolute adherence to Torah.

IDF’s “One-Time Opportunity” Exposed as Empty Promise to Pressure Bnei Torah

Despite threats and vague assurances, Gedolei Yisrael remind us: the only true protection is Torah, and no campaign can uproot Klal Yisrael from the beis midrash.

Bochur Handcuffed, Denied Water in Prison—Released to Dancing and Song

After days in harsh conditions, the bochur’s release turned a protest into a celebration of Torah’s strength.

HaGaon Rav Dov Landau: “Only Torah Learning Saves Us—Zionism Has Brought Spiritual and Physical Disasters”

In a sweeping, no-holds-barred conversation filled with daas Torah, Maran HaGaon Rav Dov Landau, shlit”a, Rosh Yeshivas Slabodka and one of the generation’s foremost leaders, laid out his clear Torah perspective on some of the most pressing issues facing Klal Yisrael today.

Overnight Raids Target Bnei Torah in Unprecedented Arrest Operations

At 1:45 a.m., a yeshiva bochur was taken from his home and transferred directly to a military prison. Less than two hours later, at 3:43 a.m., police attempted to arrest another bochur at his residence.

Million-Man March in the Works as IDF Holds Talks With Charedi Leaders

Meanwhile, behind the scenes, preparations are quietly underway for what could become a historic “million-man march” to the homes of Gedolei Yisrael in response to the recent wave of arrests targeting bnei yeshiva.

MK Meir Porush: ‘The Attorney General Is Pushing Israel Toward Civil War’

“We are approaching a situation of civil war in the State of Israel—between the chareidim and the secular public. This is all fueled by the Attorney General. She is the one driving this.”

Secret Bnei Brak Meetings Seek U.S. Intervention to Stop Arrests of Bnei Torah

Behind closed doors in Bnei Brak this week, high-level secret meetings took place between a special American envoy—representing U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio—and the senior Gedolei Eretz Yisrael.

Mercaz Magen U’Moshiah: Standing Guard for Every Ben Torah

The persecution of lomdei Torah in Eretz Yisrael has reached a shocking new low. This week, six bnei yeshiva—whose only “crime” was dedicating their lives to Torah learning—were arrested and thrown into prison.