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Finance Minister Smotrich Responds to Rabbi Lando's Criticism of Religious Zionists

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich responded to Rabbi Dov Lando's harsh criticism of Religious Zionists, highlighting the dilemma of addressing the issue while respecting rabbinic authority.

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What happened

01Rabbi Dov Lando harshly criticized some Religious Zionists for serving in the army and killing people.
02Smotrich called the situation a dilemma between speaking out and respecting rabbinic authority.
03Smotrich spoke at a Hesder yeshiva in Tefahot addressing the controversy.
04He quoted a verse from Psalms urging restraint in speech, especially on Tisha B'Av eve.
05Smotrich emphasized the need to be cautious when discussing sensitive religious matters.