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Communications Minister Agrees to Remove 'Sabbath-Violating' App to Secure Ultra-Orthodox Support

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First reported by Now 14 · 1 day ago

What happened

Communications Minister Shlomo Karai agreed to remove a free TV and sports app from a media law to secure ultra-Orthodox support, who oppose it due to Sabbath concerns. This move requires sending the bill back to committee for revision, delaying its progress. Karai bypassed Shas leader Aryeh Deri by appealing directly to Rabbi Yitzhak Yosef, causing internal tensions.

01Communications Minister Karai agrees to remove the Sabbath-violating app to gain ultra-Orthodox support.
02Ultra-Orthodox parties oppose the app, citing Sabbath desecration concerns.
03Karai bypassed Shas leader Aryeh Deri, appealing directly to Rabbi Yitzhak Yosef.
04Removing the app requires returning the bill to committee for legal revisions.
05Ultra-Orthodox want other legislation passed before supporting Karai's bill.
06Karai plans to allow partial bill approval with selective voting in the Knesset.

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