Shas rabbi:
Party must leave gov't if a single yeshiva student is arrested
Rabbi Moshe Maya, leader on the Shas party's Council of Torah Sages, says party must leave government if yeshiva students are arrested for avoiding IDF draft.
Rabbi Moshe Maya, leader on the Shas party's Council of Torah Sages, says party must leave government if yeshiva students are arrested for avoiding IDF draft.
Ahead of the spring recess, Knesset releases attendance records for MK's in the Israeli parliament.
Despite threats of elections if draft law is not passed within two months, Deputy Minister Uri Maklev says the government has overcome many challenges and will remain stable.
Shas Chairman, MK Aryeh Deri, gave the coalition a two-month ultimatum to finalize details of the draft law, otherwise 'we will go for elections.'
Following the resignation of Otzma Yehudit, Aryeh Deri is demanding that Shas be given the now-vacant position of Ministry of the Negev and Galilee.
A diplomatic source confirmed that the Security Cabinet will convene most probably on Friday, followed by the Cabinet to approve the deal.
Shas chairman pledges to support deal to free hostages under Jewish commandment to free captives as other members of coalition oppose the deal currently under consideration.
Shas chief Aryeh Deri visits leading haredi rabbi, says Draft Law discussions are 'all talk.' 'We need to focus on Moshiach.'
Shas chairman criticizes Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara and expresses support for her dismissal. "I think she harms democracy in the most serious way possible."
Deri later clarifies his comments: I did not say at any cost. I said that we can make an immediate deal for the release of the hostages because Hamas is under a lot of pressure.
Shas chairman writes letter to Attorney General Baharav-Miara, says that given the complex security situation and the responsibility that rests on the shoulders of the Prime Minister, it is a duty to postpone his testimony in his corruption cases.
President Isaac Herzog has met recently with members of the opposition and coalition in an attempt to form a broad unity government. Shas chairman has been working on the issue as well.
Report: Shas chairman criticized Prime Minister over the cabinet vote on the Philadelphi corridor but clarified that it must not be reversed.
Following the report on Lapid's collaboration with Deri to promote a law against Jewish ascent to the Temple Mount, journalist reminds us that Lapid once said: 'It's ours. The Temple Mount is ours.'
After a break of ten years, Aryeh Deri and Yair Lapid collaborate to promote a bill prohibiting ascent to Temple Mount. MK Amit Halevi: 'They are harming the State of Israel.'
Rabbi Yehuda Deri OBM was a member of the Chief Rabbinate Council and brother of Shas Chairman Arye Deri. He wrote dozens of books on Jewish law and theology.
Religious Zionist Party Director Yehuda Wald wrote that Ariye Deri can not morally and ethically send soldiers to the battlefield as long as he does not work to send haredi boys as well.
Shas chief Aryeh Deri talks about potential Draft Law, says negotiations have arrived at a 'junction which seemingly can't be passed,' since MK Benny Gantz and his party refuse all options for agreements.
Yaffa Deri, wife of Shas chairman Aryeh Deri, denies claims that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is motivated by political considerations when he mulls a deal for the release of hostages.
Claims have been made that Arye Deri is increasing pressure on Yesh Atid chairman and is also trying to encourage Avigdor Liberman to join the emergency government. Deri denies all accusations.
Shas chairman provides a glimpse into the War Cabinet's deliberations.
Shas chairman says Hague hearing should teach MKs to be more careful with their words as some talk of returning to the destroyed settlements of Gaza.
Shas chairman: The Palestinian Authority is unable to control Judea and Samaria - it does not have the capabilities to control Gaza.
Shas chairman says he believes Lapid and Liberman will ultimately join the government, just as Gantz did.
The leader of Shas claims that the government is still in the process of formulating a plan to end Hamas permanently.
Shas chairman comments on emergency government: The public wanted the decision-makers to be united and it was successful, even if partially.
The leader of Shas drew suspicions by claiming that his etrog was worth $5,000 in cash - a sum forbidden under Israeli law.
Aryeh Deri calls on all sides to reach agreements, avoid increasing 'dangerous' rifts.
Shas chief Aryeh Deri breaks his silence and talks about the Draft Law. 'We can work quietly and achieve a good outcome.'
Shas leader says there is no need for a 'Deri law' to become a minister again, says opposition has no interest in negotiation in good faith.
At event honoring expansion of Tel Zion school, Shas chief Aryeh Deri expresses support for current Binyamin Region head's candidacy.
MK Aryeh Deri warns 'unnecessary words' by United Torah Judaism liable to hurt ability to pass Draft Law.
Deri, Goldknopf reportedly agree legislation exempting yeshiva students from IDF service must be passed before judicial reform
Prime Minister says a dismissal of Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara "is not even on the table".
Shas chairman: We are determined to approve Reasonableness Standard Bill, with consent or unfortunately without consent.
Senior source in haredi UTJ party claims Shas chief Aryeh Deri is working to convince UTJ's Moshe Gafni to drop support for judicial reform.
Shas chairman reportedly believes he would face legal difficulties in becoming a minister again even with repeal of reasonableness standard.
A senior right-wing figure lists the many repercussions of the coalition's defeat in the judicial selection committee vote.
Gantz met with Deri several times in an attempt to reach an understanding. Former Chief Justice Aharon Barak is also involved.
Min. Yakov Margi says 'Deri Law' to bring back party leader was not pushed - at the instruction of Shas leader Aryeh Deri himself.
The chairman of Shas, who does not serve as a minister, receives regular security updates intended for cabinet members.
Shas spiritual leaders select Deputy Minister Moshe Arbel to replace Aryeh Deri as Interior Minister and Health Minister.
Shas chairman blasts the opposition amid the protests against the judicial reform: We could not have imagined what is being done here.
Shas chairman reportedly giving up on passage of 'Deri 2' law prohibiting Supreme Court from interfering in ministerial appointments.
Gallant expected to apologize for timing of speech calling for legislation to be stopped and remain in the position of Minister of Defense.
The law stipulates that the Supreme Court will not be able to hold a judicial review of ministerial appointments.
Attorney General's deputies say they oppose sections of judicial reform compromise which would allow Aryeh Deri to become a minister again.
Protestors interrupt Shas chairman, accuser him of 'destroying democracy' before being removed from faction meeting.
Former Attorney General thinks that the legal proceedings against Shas chairman were drawn out.
MK Yossi Taieb convinced Deri will return as a minister in the government, despite the legal challenges.
PM, Justice Minister say Shas bill barring feminist displays at the Western Wall will not be brought up for discussion or vote next week.
Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara objects to legislation barring Supreme Court from interfering in appointment of ministers.
Other coalition parties want to postpone legislation to avoid jeopardizing judicial reforms. Shas wants the matter settled within weeks.
Former minister Aryeh Deri met with senior officials from Interior, Health and Finance Ministries without the actual ministers taking part.
New legislation proposed by Shas would bar Supreme Court from overruling appointment of government ministers.
Israel’s political upheaval reflects partisan tunnel vision on all sides. Op-ed.
Shas chairman gives first interview since being fired as a minister, says he has been persecuted for six years.
Leaders of coalition parties attend Shas faction meeting to show support for Aryeh Deri after he is fired at the Supreme Court's orders.
At the meeting, the leaders discussed current affairs and showed support for the Shas Chairman.
Deri dismissed as Health, Interior Minister in accordance with Supreme Court decision.