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Former Shas Leader Eli Yishai Considers Political Return with Pro-Draft Haredi Party

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First reported by Srugim · Aug 5, 2026

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Eli Yishai, former Shas leader, is considering reentering politics with the "Haredi Public" party, which supports drafting non-studying Haredi youth. Internal Haredi leaders warn that ongoing societal conflicts threaten their community's future.

01Eli Yishai plans a political comeback with the pro-draft "Haredi Public" party.
02The party supports drafting young Haredim not engaged in religious studies.
03Moti Leitner criticized ongoing conflicts with Israeli society in a letter to Haredi leaders.
04Leitner warned these conflicts endanger the Haredi community's future in Israel.
05Yishai's move challenges traditional Haredi parties' anti-draft stance.
06The situation highlights internal tensions within Haredi politics over integration and military service.

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