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Supreme Court Issues Order Against Shas Appointee in Jerusalem Religious Council
The Israeli Supreme Court issued an interim order against the appointment of Hananiel Shem Tov to the Jerusalem Religious Council, a move seen as a blow to the Shas party. The court questioned Shem Tov's qualifications due to political ties and conflict of interest allegations.
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What happened
- 01Supreme Court issued an order against Hananiel Shem Tov's appointment to the Jerusalem Religious Council.
- 02The ruling is seen as a significant political blow to the Shas party and its chairman, Arie Deri.
- 03The court questioned Shem Tov's qualifications, citing political ties and conflict of interest allegations.
- 04The state's request to postpone the hearing until February 2027 was denied by the court.
- 05An urgent hearing on the matter is scheduled for no later than January 1, 2027.
- 06Petitioners called the decision a victory against political appointments in religious services.
The state's request to delay the hearing was rejected, with a decision expected by January 1, 2027. The petitioners hailed the ruling as a victory against political appointments in religious services.
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