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Yehuda Avidan Appointed Acting CEO of Chief Rabbinate Amid Ongoing Investigation
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First reported by Arutz Sheva · Jul 28, 2026
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Yehuda Avidan was named acting CEO of Israel's Chief Rabbinate despite an ongoing investigation into allegations of fraud and threats. His appointment followed official approvals and replaces the previous CEO who resigned amid a separate probe. The case involves recordings of Avidan allegedly threatening a religious council chairman to cancel disciplinary action.
- 01Yehuda Avidan appointed acting CEO of Chief Rabbinate by Minister Yariv Levin.
- 02Appointment approved by Civil Service Commissioner and Ministry of Justice.
- 03Avidan is under investigation for fraud, breach of trust, abuse of power, and threats.
- 04Investigation started after May 2025 recordings of Avidan threatening a religious council chairman.
- 05Avidan replaced Yehuda Cohen, who resigned amid a separate investigation.
- 06Appointment customary as ministry CEO usually serves as acting CEO of Chief Rabbinate.
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CalcalistUnrated · HebrewJul 29, 2026
Yehuda Avidan Appointed Acting CEO of Chief Rabbinate Amid Ongoing Investigation
Now 14Right · HebrewJul 29, 2026
Yehuda Avidan Appointed Acting CEO of Chief Rabbinate Amid Kashrut Controversy
Kikar HaShabbatRight · HebrewJul 29, 2026
Yariv Levin Appoints Yehuda Avidan as Acting CEO of Chief Rabbinate of Israel
YnetCenter · HebrewJul 29, 2026
Yariv Levin Appoints Yehuda Avidan as Acting CEO of Chief Rabbinate of Israel
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