Sephardic Chief Rabbi Slams Court Over Banned Religious Event

The former Sephardic Chief Rabbi, Yitzhak Yosef, has launched a sharp attack following a Supreme Court and Attorney General decision to prohibit major study days at the International Convention Center in Jerusalem. Yosef declared that the left-wing's influence has grown but insisted that "we will not consider them" and vowed to hold religious celebrations, known as "hillulot," in every synagogue and community gathering.

The ruling, which prevented the events from taking place at the venue, was met with strong disapproval by Yosef, who is a prominent figure in the Sephardic Haredi (ultra-Orthodox) community. He views the decision as a setback for religious observance and a victory for secular forces.

In response to the prohibition, Yosef called for alternative gatherings to be organized throughout the country, emphasizing the community's determination to continue religious activities despite the legal obstacles. The decision highlights ongoing tensions between religious and secular elements within Israeli society regarding the use of public spaces and the influence of religious law.