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UPDATED Oct 20, 2026 at 4:09 PM ET
Oct 20, 2026 at 7:09 AM ET
Police release 143 draft evaders after IDF delay
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Israel Police released 143 draft evaders after IDF personnel did not arrive in time, according to the Jerusalem Post headline. Separately, the Israel Defense Forces said at least 40 ultra-Orthodox men were arrested Tuesday morning at Ben Gurion Airport on suspicion of evading military service and would be tried under the law.
WHO: Israel Police
WHAT: Israel Police released 143 draft evaders after IDF personnel failed to arrive in time.
WHEN: Reported Oct 20, 2026 at 3:37 PM ET
WHERE: Israel
WHY: IDF personnel failed to arrive in time.
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