: time spent serving in the army, navy, air force, etc.
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Ultra-orthodox Israelis who refuse to participate in mandatory military service have been temporarily protected after the Knesset passed a bill banning their arrest.—
Timothy Nerozzi,
The Washington Examiner,
14 July 2026 Secular and centrist Israelis resent Netanyahu’s deep political dependence on ultra-Orthodox voters who contribute little to the nation’s economy and refuse military service.—
Ian Bremmer,
Time,
14 July 2026 Associated Press Ossoff praised Graham's military service and lengthy congressional career.—
Zachary Bynum,
CBS News,
12 July 2026 The move will all but eliminate waivers or redshirt years for extended eligibility except for religious missions, pregnancy or active-duty military service.—ABC News,
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