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The Chairman of the Central Elections Committee, Judge Noam Solberg, responded today (Friday) to the Shas party's petition against the Attorney General's decision, claiming that he has no authority to review or cancel her directive to postpone the state memorial assembly for Rabbi Ovadia Yosef until after the elections.

“The army doesn't want Haredi soldiers, it gives it a big headache,” claimed the Shas chairman. According to him, “The IDF wants a secular army. All these years it was an eye-wash.” Regarding the Hashmonaim Brigade, intended to allow Haredi soldiers to maintain their lifestyle, he said: “I haven't checked that.”

'The army does not want Haredi soldiers,' claimed the Shas chairman, dismissing previous integration efforts as a 'charade.' He also spoke out against the state-Haredi education system, calling it a 'real struggle.' Political leaders criticized his remarks as encouraging draft evasion.

How the prestigious Jerusalem hospital became a stronghold of political appointments and job arrangements for Likud and Shas associates. From testimonies about queue-jumping using the "friend brings a friend" method, through luxury delegations to India, to harsh testimonies about the conduct of Professor Alon Pikarsky - Netanyahu's surgeon and the leading candidate for the hospital's CEO. Another...

In a recording published this morning on Galei Tzahal, the plan that led to the thwarting of Rabbi Moshe Maya's appointment as the movement's spiritual leader was revealed. Rabbi Yosef threatened, Aryeh Deri delivered a letter and paved the way for reconciliation.

New and shocking testimonies from journalists in the Haredi sector reveal how individuals close to the party allegedly offered significant sums of money to prevent the publication of negative information and to buy flattering articles.

The students were left without an educational framework, and according to their parents, the reason is the opposition of the ultra-Orthodox parties to schools that teach a full core curriculum. "Political figures in the municipality, led by a representative from Shas, are inciting against the establishment of the state-religious school," they attacked. The municipality: "The institution was...

The state-Haredi stream's Talmud Torah schools were left without a building. Parents are furious, claiming that Shas representative Avi Amsalem and municipal officials are blocking the establishment of the institutions. MK Moshe Tur-Paz, who arrived at the protest, said: "Shas blocked the move." The municipality has yet to respond.

Adina Bar-Shalom and Rivka Chikotai claimed that the memorial service for their father had become an "election rally" funded by the state. The two called for the responsibility for the events to be transferred to the family: "To hold a state and worthy memorial service - and not an election."

Following Rabbi Yitzhak Yosef's harsh attack on the Attorney General, the daughters of the late spiritual leader have opened an unprecedented front against the Shas party and its current leadership.

Rabbi Moshe Maya, the eldest member of the Shas Council of Torah Sages, is heard in a recording attacking the Prime Minister: "Bibi promised a lot, I won't believe him about anything." According to him, even a commitment to pass an exemption law within 30 days will not be enough - and Shas will not join the government before it is approved.

Shas spiritual leader Rabbi Yitzhak Yosef launched a harsh attack against Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara. The criticism follows the Attorney General's demand to postpone state memorial events for Rabbi Ovadia Yosef due to election concerns.

Will the "modern Haredim" bring down the walls? When you arrive in Beit Shemesh, you meet a wide spectrum: anti-Zionists, voters of United Torah Judaism and Shas, and also a population that wants to do everything differently. "What have they done for me? Nothing," says a young man in jeans and a black kippah. Eliyahu, who came to the launch of the "Haredi Public" party, notes: "The parties have...

Gali Baharav-Miara demands to postpone state memorial events for fear of using state resources for election propaganda. The Shas party, which uses the Rabbi's image in its campaign, attacked sharply: "The insolent demand is a severe insult to the memory of the teacher and also a trampling of the law. The regime of the Attorney General is trying to erase every spark of Torah and Judaism."

Likud spokesperson Guy Levy confirmed that the party intends to pass a draft exemption law immediately after the elections, before forming a government, in response to a demand by Shas MK Yoav Ben-Tzur.

The board of directors of the Israel Association of Community Centers (Matnasim) has appointed Adv. Galit Viderman as the company's new CEO. The appointment is now subject to approval by the Dotan Committee.

In an interview with "120 and One," ynet's political podcast, the former minister doubts the possibility of a coalition with the other camp: "Our public is right-wing, Eisenkot is left-wing. We will remain in the faith-based bloc." On the term that ended: "They launched a smear campaign against us, we had to radicalize." On the anger towards the Haredi public: "A campaign to topple the...

Shas party today (Wednesday) sharply attacked the President of the Supreme Court, Justice Yitzhak Amit, following his remarks about holders of "kosher phones" during a High Court of Justice hearing on a petition against the expansion of broadcasting areas for regional radio stations. The party defined his words as "insolent mockery" and claimed they express "arrogance and detachment from a huge...

The Ministry of Health transferred 400,000 NIS to fund a conference organized by the "Ta'atzumot" association, led by Dasi Iluz, daughter of Aryeh Deri. The decision was pushed by Shas-appointed advisors against the ministry's professional staff.

The "Yashar!" party, led by Gadi Eizenkot, filed a petition against the video published yesterday by Shas, claiming it violates the prohibition on using the IDF in election propaganda and the use of candidate list letters before the 42nd day prior to the elections. The Chairman of the Central Elections Committee determined that the chances of the petition justify issuing a temporary injunction.

Behind the scenes of the Haredi world, the possibility of translating the opposition to the conscription of yeshiva students into a new electoral force is being examined. However, senior official Moti Babchik has already publicly clarified that Gur does not intend to give up its leadership within Agudat Yisrael.

Against the backdrop of the enlistment law storm and the decline in polls, MK Uriel Buso clarifies who will not receive backing from Shas, defends Aryeh Deri, and claims that "left-wing elements paying a lot of money" are behind the jeers.

According to the Yashar! party, the propaganda video titled "A Father's Life" makes illegal use of IDF soldiers and the party's ballot slip. "It is impossible to promote draft evasion at the expense of those who serve, to take pride in those who do not serve, and then use IDF soldiers as a backdrop."

The Shas party has launched an election campaign presenting a family idyll around the Shabbat table between a yeshiva student and his soldier brother, aiming to appeal to the traditional public. However, a review of the statements by the party's spiritual leadership over the last two years, calling on draft-age youth to tear up draft orders and flush them down the toilet, and forbidding enlistment...

Shas MK Michael Malkieli was targeted by protesters following a weekly lesson by Rabbi Yitzhak Yosef in Jerusalem. The incident stems from his support for the draft law and the recent reconciliation between Rabbi Yosef and Shas chairman Aryeh Deri.

Passengers on their way to the capital encountered severe riots and stone-throwing by the ultra-Orthodox public, while a central street was completely blocked to traffic, causing severe confrontations until the arrival of security forces.

In its first election video, the party presents a family consisting of a soldier and a yeshiva student, in an attempt to appeal to the traditional audience. The presentation of a united front draws criticism due to Shas's central role in promoting the draft exemption, and after it threatened to bring down the government against the backdrop of the crisis.

The status of the Rishon LeZion has strengthened, Deri granted him public recognition, and Rabbi Maya backed his position. On the other hand, Rabbi Yosef did not receive the title of President of the Council of Torah Sages, and political control remains in the hands of the Shas chairman. The real test is expected to come in the next clash - perhaps as early as the day after the elections...

The party chairman opened the election campaign at a closed-to-the-press event in Holon and dodged questions. The event took place hours after he reached an agreement with Rabbi Yitzhak Yosef that the next government would pass an exemption from military service. The move is intended to stop the party's decline in the polls against the backdrop of a crisis of confidence with the Sephardic public.

After a long period during which tensions between Rabbi Yitzhak Yosef and the IDF over the issue of Haredi conscription repeatedly made headlines, the Shas party managed to lower the flames today. The former Chief Rabbi published a particularly conciliatory message toward IDF soldiers, blessed them, and defined them as "messengers of the Almighty to protect the people of Israel."

Shas chairman Aryeh Deri visited the home of Rabbi Yitzhak Yosef. According to sources, the two reached a closed agreement under which the next government will pass a conscription exemption law, and the Rabbi will become a full partner in the movement's political decision-making.

Asher Medina claimed on air that "left-wing elements" are behind new parties in the Haredi arena and that the money came "from Kaplan". Attorney Shlomo Elboim rejects the claims and demands an apology and compensation of 10,000 shekels within 12 hours.

The Noam Le-Israel party sent a warning letter to Shas demanding they stop using a campaign that it claims was copied from them. The party argues that the use of the campaign could mislead voters and generate illicit benefits.

Little Ruchama Chana passed away in the United States after a year and a half battle with a serious illness. Her family has said their goodbyes and is preparing to transport her remains for burial in Israel.

Two Shas city council members, Ofer Reuven and Shlomi Bitito, along with list member Adv. Nissim Shai Elmakies, have announced their support for the party led by Hida Abergel.

A new Haredi party named "Black Color" is set to launch ahead of the upcoming elections, aiming to secure draft exemptions for Torah students. By mobilizing mainstream Haredi voters, the movement threatens to disrupt the traditional power base of Shas and United Torah Judaism.

Contacts between former Shas chairman Eli Yishai and Haredi Tzibur party leader Moti Leitner are intensifying with the involvement of senior rabbis. Polls indicate Yishai enjoys over 70% support among modern Haredim, posing a potential threat to Shas.

Unprecedented tension in the leadership of the Haredi-Sephardic party following remarks made by the Rabbi in favor of an opposition Knesset member, which led to a harsh conversation and deep personal offense to the honor of the Torah.

Rabbi Yitzhak Yosef, a member of the Shas Council of Torah Sages and former Chief Rabbi, accused the Prime Minister of animosity toward the Haredi community and called for cooperation with the left, according to a report in Haaretz.

According to one of his students, the former Chief Rabbi urged them not to vote for the Shas party, explaining that the left respects religion more than the Prime Minister's bloc. The spiritual leader of Shas denied the report, calling it an attempt to sow division.

According to the Knesset Research and Information Center, the average tenure of a city rabbi is expected to be 35.2 years. The Shas party is actively pushing for appointments, effectively restoring a 'job for life' model.

After almost 24 years in politics, MK Yaakov Margi announced his retirement. In an interview with the "Game of Chairs" podcast from "HaYom," he shares his longing for the culture of discourse in the Knesset and expresses remorse over the issue of Haredi conscription: "We pushed the Haredi society into the hands of the Jerusalem Faction." Also: the belief that the public is ready for a Mizrahi...

After more than a decade, the former Interior Minister is considering running for the Knesset with the "Haredi Public" party. The party says it will support enlistment, and in a letter to the leaders of the Haredi parties, they criticized their hawkish line: "Continued confrontation puts the future of the Haredi public at risk."

The former Shas chairman is holding talks with the "Haredi Tzibur" party, which appeals to working Haredim and supports the conscription of Haredim who do not study. At this stage, no final decision has been made.

The National Fraud Investigation Unit (YAHA) has concluded its investigation into the 'Ha-Derech' newspaper affair, involving MK Haim Biton. The case file has been referred to the prosecution.

The Ministry of Welfare has failed for over 18 months to set equal criteria for distributing over a quarter of a billion shekels via Shas-led food cards. The funds are likely to remain in the Treasury.

Ahead of the 2026 elections, the "Election Arena" segment hosted a heated debate between MK Michael Malkieli (Shas) and MK Oded Forer (Yisrael Beiteinu). The discussion covered IDF conscription, the cost of living, and security failures.

The Water Authority has disqualified Meir Pinchas from the position of CEO of the Bnei Brak water corporation, Mei Barak, after finding he did not meet the mandatory professional experience requirements.

Yariv Levin has announced the appointment of Yehuda Avidan, who also heads the Ministry of Religious Services. The move marks a victory for the Shas party, though a conflict of interest agreement restricts Avidan from overseeing kashrut-related matters.

Finance Committee meetings adjourned after 11 hours without approving coalition fund transfers for Minister Orit Strock’s ministry or ultra-Orthodox kindergarten teachers; the opposition signals its intent to block further discussions.