ISRAEL — More than 100 yeshiva bochurim wanted over unresolved IDF draft matters have reportedly been arrested while attempting to leave Israel for Uman, as authorities step up enforcement during the massive pre-Rosh Hashanah travel period.

The figure was first reported by Belaaz, which said the arrests occurred as bochurim attempted to depart for the annual Rosh Hashanah kibbutz in Uman. Most were reportedly stopped at Ben Gurion Airport.

The reported total has not been independently confirmed by Israeli authorities.

The arrests come amid increased scrutiny of travelers subject to military arrest warrants or orders preventing them from leaving Israel. With tens of thousands traveling to Uman ahead of Rosh Hashanah, Ben Gurion Airport and other exit points have become a focal point for enforcement involving those whose draft status prevents them from leaving the country.

Earlier incidents during the current Uman travel period have already seen travelers stopped before departure after authorities determined that they were barred from leaving Israel, indicating that the latest reported arrests are part of a broader enforcement effort rather than an isolated incident.

The issue has generated particular concern within the Breslov community, where the annual journey to Uman for Rosh Hashanah is regarded as one of the most significant events of the year. This year's massive travel operation has continued despite the complicated routes required to reach Ukraine and the additional difficulties facing travelers with unresolved military status.

According to the Belaaz report, around 60 of the arrests occurred during this week's peak travel period. Those arrested were reportedly transferred into military custody.

That figure, like the overall total of more than 100, has not yet been independently confirmed.

Meanwhile, large numbers of travelers have successfully departed Israel and are continuing toward Uman through Moldova, Poland and other neighboring countries before entering Ukraine overland.

With Rosh Hashanah rapidly approaching, the enforcement adds another complication to an already challenging journey for some of the thousands still making their way toward Uman.