Deri confirms attempted coup against Netanyahu, says coalition members involved

Shas chairman Aryeh Deri confirmed Thursday evening that there was an attempted coup against Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, stating that coalition members were involved, according to reports.

Shas chairman Aryeh Deri confirmed Thursday evening that there was an attempted coup against Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, stating that coalition members were involved. The statement adds to ongoing political tensions within the coalition, which has been dealing with internal disputes over legislative priorities. The Zioneer has previously reported on friction between Deri and United Torah Judaism chairman Moshe Gafni over draft exemption legislation.

3 developments

1. 5 hours ago · 21:52 · 3 SeptLatest

   Deri reveals three coalition MKs were prepared to join the move.

2. 20:19 · 3 Sept

   Deri reveals he was offered the premiership during the coup attempt.

3. 19:48 · 3 Sept

   Deri confirms attempted coup against Netanyahu, says coalition members involved

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