Interior Ministry Chief Demands Big Fashion Glilot Close on Shabbat
How 6 Israeli newsrooms covered this story — translated into English and compared side by side.
By חדשות סרוגים
First reported by Ynet · Jun 18, 2026
What happened
Interior Ministry Director General Israel Ozen ordered Ramat HaSharon to enforce its bylaw banning business openings on rest days, effectively requiring Big Fashion Glilot to close on Shabbat and holidays. The city is seeking retroactive approval to legalize weekend openings, but the ministry says the existing law remains in force until Interior Minister approval is granted.
- 01Israel Ozen ordered immediate enforcement of the ban on businesses opening on rest days.
- 02The directive effectively targets Big Fashion Glilot for closure on Shabbat and holidays.
- 03Ramat HaSharon is seeking retroactive approval to amend its bylaw.
- 04The ministry says the current stricter law still applies without ministerial approval.
- 05Ultra-Orthodox groups have called for boycotts, while the mall cites public and economic need.
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