I was unaware that you "know" Israel or, for that matter, the contours of political protests in the U.S.
Not addressed to me, but what I "know" (mainly from news sources) about this aspect of Israeli life is as follows.
Israel considers itself, perhaps accurately, to be a "nation under siege". To address that they have instituted a policy where all (with exceptions) young people have to serve in the military and thereafter be ready to take up arms again on short notice. The Haredim, if that is the correct name, have for a long time enjoyed an exemption for their Seminary students. The religious right wing parties, though not representing a majority of the population, have been part of a coalition in government that has enabled them to push the politics of the country in their direction, which includes a very hard line policy towards the Palestinians (word used to cover a multitude of policies).
Many of those Israelis that are not part of this group have expressed resentment, in that the Haredim students are "getting away with" a burden that is supposed to be shared by all. It is also seen as ironic that those advocating certain policies want to be immune from at least one of the consequences of those policies.
A law has been passed that reverses the situation and a long simmering pot seems to be about to boil over. It could lead to the collapse of the current government with what ever consequences ensue.
Right, wrong, close?
