Avraham Ben Dayan, yungerman who had been held in military custody for failing to report for enlistment, was released this morning after nearly a week in detention.

Ben Dayan had been arrested at his home in the moshav of Tifrach and transferred to a military prison, where he remained since Motzoei Shabbos. His detention stemmed from allegations that he did not comply with a draft summons.

During his incarceration, Ben Dayan reportedly complained of harsh treatment. According to his account, he was transported while shackled at both the hands and feet, was not permitted to study in the shul within the detention facility, and on his first day in custody was prevented from putting on tefillin.

The case sparked significant reaction within the chareidi community. Prominent rabbonim reached out to the family to offer encouragement and support. Shas Knesset member Uriel Busu visited Ben Dayan’s relatives at their home in Tifrach.

Upon his release, Ben Dayan was greeted by family members and friends. Later in the day, he visited Rav Dov Landau, who spoke with him and his family and offered words of chizuk.