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New Ultra-Orthodox Faction Demands Shas Include Their Representative on Knesset List
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By קובי ישראל
First reported by Now 14 · Jul 26, 2026
What happened
The new ultra-Orthodox faction 'The Haredi Public' demands Shas include Rabbi Eliyahu Kalifa on its Knesset list, citing underrepresentation of Sephardic ultra-Orthodox families. They also seek inclusion of their leader in United Torah Judaism's list, aiming to address community challenges and unite tens of thousands under one political framework.
- 01New ultra-Orthodox faction demands Shas add Rabbi Eliyahu Kalifa to its Knesset list.
- 02They also call for their leader Moti Leitner's inclusion in United Torah Judaism's list.
- 03Tens of thousands of Sephardic ultra-Orthodox feel unrepresented by current leadership.
- 04Recent talks with veteran parties failed to secure new representation.
- 05The faction aims to unite younger, grassroots leaders with proven problem-solving skills.
- 06They plan to consolidate tens of thousands of ultra-Orthodox under one political roof.
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