Netanyahu: Deri and Shas Are Vital Partners in Governing Israel
Translated & summarized from Ynet by baba
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu declared Aryeh Deri and the Shas party crucial partners for the right-wing bloc in leading Israel. He defended Deri against media and left-wing attacks, accusing opponents of hypocrisy in their attempts to court the ultra-Orthodox. Netanyahu emphasized Deri's contributions to Israel's security within the cabinet.
The story in 4 lines · by baba
- Prime Minister Netanyahu affirmed Aryeh Deri and Shas are key partners for the right-wing bloc.
- Netanyahu accused the media and left of "unbridled attacks" against Shas.
- He criticized opponents for "hypocrisy" in seeking alliances with the ultra-Orthodox.
- Netanyahu stated Deri significantly contributes to Israel's security in the cabinet.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that Aryeh Deri and the Shas party are important partners for him and the right-wing bloc in leading the country. He praised Deri for standing firm against what Netanyahu described as "unbridled attacks" from the media and the left, aimed at destroying Shas.
Netanyahu accused the left of hypocrisy, suggesting they are now willing to offer "heaven and earth" to the ultra-Orthodox parties to join them. He asserted that Deri makes significant contributions to Israel's security within the cabinet. The Prime Minister's remarks highlight the political alliance between Netanyahu's Likud party and the ultra-Orthodox Shas party, particularly in the context of ongoing political maneuvering.
