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The much-politicized issue of Jewish conversions has seen Israel’s left and right-wing debate the merits of halachic conversion and what should be considered a legitimate conversion for decades.
The sense of solidarity has strengthened within the Haredi sector – 78%, the religious sector – 84%, former Soviet Union immigrants sector - 75%, and immigrants from other countries - 85%.
"It's an unprecedented situation. Israel, having previously prioritized aiding Ukrainian war refugees, now seems to be regressing," Yair Smolyanov of the One Million Lobby said.