Herzliya Furor: City Council Member Accused of Taking a Resident’s Tefillin

What happened

A dispute in Herzliya over religion in public space erupted after a Channel 14 report said city council member Daniel Chartok of Yesh Atid was filmed taking tefillin and other sacred items from a local resident. The resident said he filed a police complaint, while Chartok later said he was opposing what he calls “religious coercion.” The incident drew heavy criticism online, and Chartok did not respond to a request for comment.

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Behadrei HaredimRight · HebrewJun 10, 2026

Herzliya Furor: City Council Member Accused of Taking a Resident’s Tefillin

Now 14Right · HebrewJun 10, 2026

Herzliya council member filmed taking tefillin, then gave conflicting explanations

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