JERUSALEM (VINnews) — The IDF is already preparing to kasher the kitchens on its bases ahead of Pesach, but a new report is stirring controversy.

According to a report on Tuesday by Daniel Groveis on Galei Tzahal (Army Radio), the Ministry of Defense is employing charedim who are considered “draft evaders,” some of whom reportedly even have outstanding arrest warrants, to carry out the kashering of kitchens for the holiday.

The report states that these are individuals classified as being in a status of failure to report for service, yet they are still being hired for Pesach-related logistical preparations at various IDF bases.

According to Galei Tzahal, the workers are coordinated through civilian companies that work with the IDF. In previous years, no checks were conducted regarding the legal status of the employees, which resulted in yeshiva students classified as draft evaders being hired for pay to work inside IDF bases.

The IDF Spokesperson responded: “The IDF views the matter seriously and it will be examined. We note that no details were provided regarding specific cases; if such cases are identified, they will be addressed.”

The Ministry of Defense stated: “The claims will be reviewed.”