The Israeli military is to end the drafting of dancers in its entertainment troupes, a spokesperson announced on Monday.
The decision was taken by the Israeli military’s chief of personnel after a video was posted on social media showing two male dancers in military uniform performing behind popular Israeli popstar Noa Kirel.
Israelis conscripted into the Israel Defence Forces (IDF) and who possess athletic or artistic talent are often given dispensation to serve in non-combat roles that enable them to continue such pursuits.
When Ms Kirel, 19, was enlisted in February, the IDF decided to broaden the troupes that newly enlisted singers would perform with by including dancers.
