Israel's Eisenkot criticizes Shas leader Deri over visit to conscientious objectors in military prison

Former IDF chief and current National Unity MK Gadi Eisenkot reportedly criticized Shas chairman Aryeh Deri for visiting imprisoned conscientious objectors ("refuseniks") at Military Prison 4, citing a biblical verse. Separately, Deri stated after the visit that the "anarchist former Attorney General" had obstructed legislation on yeshiva student draft deferments.

4 developments

1. 19:38 · 7 JunLatest

   Shas leader Aryeh Deri slams Attorney General for blocking yeshiva student draft law

2. 19:37 · 7 Jun

   Israel's Eisenkot criticizes Shas leader Deri over visit to conscientious objectors in military prison

3. 19:37 · 7 Jun

   Shas chairman Deri visits prison, slams ousted attorney general and legal advisors

• Strong16:01 · 22 JunDeri to coalition: no votes for any legislation unless Torah Study Basic Law advances
• Developing14:52 · 15 JulSenior Agudat Yisrael figure accuses Aryeh Deri of knowingly promoting futile draft law for personal campaign
• Developing21:23 · 13 JulDeri: Law does not harm IDF, opposition statement aims to protect 'legal junta'
• Developing16:16 · 16 JunUTJ official warns Deri is 'selling stories' to Netanyahu as daycare bill stalls

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