Shas Party Leader Arie Deri to Remain at Helm, Council Decides
Translated & summarized from Mignews by baba
The Shas party's Council of Torah Sages decided on November 4 that Arie Deri will remain party chairman. This decision came after Deri requested to step down from his leadership role. Deri will continue to lead Shas whether he remains a Knesset member or not.
The story in 3 lines · by baba
- Shas party leader Arie Deri will remain chairman after his resignation request was denied.
- The Council of Torah Sages made the decision on November 4.
- Deri will continue to lead the party even if he leaves the Knesset.
The Council of Torah Sages of the Shas party has rejected a request from its chairman, Arie Deri, to step down from his leadership position. The decision was made on November 4 following telephone consultations among council members. Deri will continue to lead the party regardless of whether he retains his Knesset seat or decides to relinquish his parliamentary mandate. Previously, Deri had asked to be relieved of his duties as Shas chairman. However, the Council of Torah Sages determined that he must continue to head the movement even if he leaves the Knesset.
