In a statement on Thursday, MK Hili Tropper (National Unity) accused Shas leader Aryeh Deri of advancing legislation to benefit IDF deserters and draft dodgers, and noted that three of Deri's own grandsons are themselves deserters. Tropper also defended the IDF Chief of Staff, saying he chose to stand with soldiers rather than deserters.
MK Hili Tropper (National Unity) sharply criticized Shas chairman Aryeh Deri on Thursday, accusing him of promoting legislation that benefits IDF deserters and draft dodgers. Tropper also claimed that three of Deri's grandsons are themselves deserters, and defended the IDF Chief of Staff against Deri's earlier criticism.
The statement follows a heated exchange over the proposed law to freeze arrests of IDF deserters. Earlier on Thursday, as The Zioneer reported, Deri attacked the Chief of Staff over his warning against the bill, calling it 'most severe' and accusing him of losing his bearings. The dispute is part of a broader controversy over the Haredi draft law, which has seen sharp exchanges between political and military leaders.
Tropper, a former minister, has been a vocal critic of the proposed legislation. In a previous statement, he warned that the bill would extend the service of his own family members, including his daughters in combat roles and his brother, a battalion commander.
The political fallout continues, with coalition and opposition figures weighing in.
- DevelopingDeri says three grandchildren classified as defectors from IDF service
- DevelopingSenior Agudat Yisrael figure accuses Aryeh Deri of knowingly promoting futile draft law for personal campaign
- DevelopingYair Golan tells Deri: 'Take the grandchildren to the toy store, the enlistment order is on the way'
- DevelopingShas leader Aryeh Deri addresses 'defectors' and legal adviser situation
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