Increase in Domestic Violence Calls Reported Amid Wartime in Israel
Bat Melech reports spike in domestic violence hotline calls during wartime
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Bat Melech, an organization supporting religious and ultra-Orthodox women facing domestic violence, has reported a significant rise in hotline calls during wartime. In June 2025, calls surged to 167, a 44% increase from the previous year, highlighting the escalating domestic violence amid security emergencies.
- 01In June 2025, Bat Melech received 167 calls to its hotline, compared to 116 in June 2024, marking a 44% increase.
- 02During the current Iran operation, calls rose to 100 in April 2025, up from 83 in April 2024, reflecting a 20% increase.
- 03Bat Melech's shelters are currently full, with families on waiting lists due to the increased demand for support.
- 04The organization notes that the highest volume of calls often comes after wartime, as families process the aftermath of conflict.
- 05In shelters, staff focus on providing a sense of calm and stability for children who have experienced trauma.
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Bat Melech, which provides shelters for religious and ultra-Orthodox women escaping domestic violence, reported a notable increase in hotline calls during wartime. In June 2025, the organization recorded 167 calls, a 44% rise from 116 calls in June 2024, coinciding with the 12-day conflict with Iran. A similar trend was noted during the current military operation, with calls increasing to 100 in April 2025, up from 83 the previous year. The organization emphasized that wartime leads to heightened stress within homes, resulting in escalating violence. Bat Melech chairwoman attorney Tzilit Jacobson highlighted that the peak in calls often occurs after fighting ends, as women seek help. The organization also noted that all its shelters are currently full, with waiting lists indicating a growing need for support. Inside the shelters, staff work to provide comfort and stability for children who arrive in distress, emphasizing the importance of building trust and continuity in their care.
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The increase in hotline calls indicates a growing concern for domestic violence during wartime, affecting many families in Israel.
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