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Jewish News 24 · Jul 27, 2026

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Three Israeli siblings who refuse compulsory military service over concerns they could be required to serve in Gaza can reapply for protection visas in Australia after a government tribunal found they have a well-founded fear of persecution if returned to Israel, The Guardian reported. The tribunal found the siblings could face imprisonment for refusing mandatory service in the Israel Defense Forces because of their political beliefs and ordered their protection visa application to be reconsidered.

Three Israeli siblings who refuse compulsory military service over concerns they could be required to serve in Gaza can reapply for protection visas in Australia after a government tribunal found they have a well-founded fear of persecution if returned to Israel, The Guardian reported. The tribunal found the siblings could face imprisonment for refusing mandatory service in the Israel Defense Forces because of their political beliefs and ordered their protection visa application to be reconsidered.

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