Netanyahu Defends Shas Leader Deri, Accuses Left of 'Hypocrisy'
Translated & summarized from Hamal by baba
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu defended Shas party leader Aryeh Deri against media and left-wing attacks, calling him an important partner. Netanyahu accused the left of hypocrisy, claiming they are now willing to offer significant concessions to ultra-Orthodox parties for support. He highlighted Deri's contributions to Israel's security within the cabinet.
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- Prime Minister Netanyahu defended Shas leader Aryeh Deri against media and left-wing attacks.
- Netanyahu accused the left of hypocrisy in seeking support from ultra-Orthodox parties.
- He stated the left is willing to offer 'heaven and earth' to gain their support.
- Netanyahu called Deri and Shas important partners for the right-wing bloc.
- He noted Deri's significant contributions to Israel's security in the cabinet.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has publicly defended Aryeh Deri, the leader of the Shas party, stating that Deri has "stood firm for years" against what Netanyahu described as "unbridled attacks" from the media and the left, who he claims aim to "crush" Shas. Netanyahu accused the left of hypocrisy, asserting they are now willing to offer "heaven and earth" to the ultra-Orthodox parties to gain their support.
Netanyahu emphasized Deri and Shas's importance as partners to him and the right-wing bloc in leading the country. He specifically noted Deri's significant contributions to Israel's security within the cabinet. The Prime Minister's remarks suggest a political alliance and mutual support between Likud and Shas, particularly in the face of perceived opposition from the political left and media.
