Iddo Elam
Iddo Elam is an 18-year-old Israeli conscientious objector who has served time in prison for refusing military service. His stance against the Israeli military's actions has led him to express a preference for imprisonment over participation in what he views as unjust violence, stating, 'I would prefer this over killing children.' Elam is part of a small but growing movement of young Israelis challenging the norms of military conscription amid the ongoing conflict.
Born on May 11, 2007 (18 years old)
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Portugal:
Iddo Elam is a young Israeli who refused military service and participated in protests against the government.
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Italy:
Iddo Elam is a young Israeli who refused military service under Netanyahu.
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Norway:
Iddo Elam is an 18-year-old who knows peers critical of the Israeli army's methods but still chooses to wear the uniform.
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United States:
Iddo Elam is an 18-year-old refusenik who served time in prison for his refusal to enlist in the army.
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