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Politics · Full coverage

Smotrich Halts Settlement Rabbis Appointments Amid Dispute with Shas Over Allocation

How 3 Israeli newsrooms covered this story — translated into English and compared side by side.

Smotrich Halts Settlement Rabbis Appointments Amid Dispute with Shas Over Allocation
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By דביר עמר

First reported by Behadrei Haredim · Jul 12, 2026

What happened

Minister Bezalel Smotrich is delaying rabbi appointments in Judea, Samaria, and the Golan due to a dispute with Shas over the allocation of 60 rabbi positions. Shas is blocking distribution despite budget approval, limiting positions in key regional councils. Smotrich is holding all appointments until an agreement is reached.

  • 01Minister Smotrich secured 60 rabbi positions for settlements in Judea, Samaria, and the Golan Heights.
  • 02Shas is obstructing the allocation of these positions despite budget approval.
  • 03Binyamin Council requested 16 positions but received only four; Samaria Council received none of nine requested.
  • 04Shas claims religious councils lack budget to support the positions, which councils dispute.
  • 05Smotrich is freezing all rabbi appointments pending resolution.
  • 06Additional positions are planned for Hispin, southern Mount Hebron, and Gush Etzion.

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In this story
People
Bezalel Smotrich
OrganizationsShas, Binyamin Regional Council, Samaria Regional Council
PlacesJudea, Samaria, Golan Heights, Hispin, Mount Hebron, Gush Etzion

Full coverage · 3 outlets

The same event, reported separately by each newsroom. Open a few to compare what each emphasizes — and what they leave out.

Arutz ShevaRight · HebrewJul 13, 2026
Smotrich Halts Settlement Rabbis Appointments Amid Dispute with Shas Over Allocation
SrugimRight · HebrewJul 12, 2026
Dispute Between Shas and Religious Zionism Delays Appointment of Community Rabbis
Behadrei HaredimRight · HebrewJul 12, 2026
Smotrich Blocks Appointment of Dozens of Community Rabbis, Sparking Rift with Shas

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