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Shas Faces Leadership Crisis Amid Reports of Deri's Potential Resignation
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Shas chairman Aryeh Deri has reportedly requested to resign following the party's election defeat, though Shas denies the reports. The party's Council of Torah Sages will meet Wednesday to discuss Deri's political future and potential succession. Some officials believe Deri's request may be a tactic to reaffirm his leadership, citing a similar past event in 2014.
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- Shas chairman Aryeh Deri has reportedly asked to resign following the party's election defeat.
- Shas has officially denied reports that Aryeh Deri has requested to step down.
- The party's Council of Torah Sages will convene Wednesday to discuss Deri's political future.
- Shas suffered a significant electoral defeat, falling from 11 seats to six in the recent election.
- Some officials suggest Deri's resignation request may be a strategic move to secure reaffirmation of his leadership.
- A similar situation in 2014 saw Deri's resignation request ultimately rejected, allowing him to remain leader.
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