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Ex-IDF Chief Gadi Eizenkot Accuses Shas Leader Aryeh Deri of Misusing Soldiers in Campaign Video

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First reported by Srugim · 3 hours ago

What happened

Former IDF Chief Gadi Eizenkot accused Shas leader Aryeh Deri of misusing soldiers in a campaign video that promotes draft evasion and falsely suggests IDF support. He demanded the video's removal for violating election laws and criticized Shas's stance on military service.

  • 01Gadi Eizenkot accused Aryeh Deri of misusing IDF soldiers in a Shas campaign video.
  • 02The video falsely implies IDF endorsement and claims over 30,000 soldiers voted for Shas.
  • 03Shas is accused of promoting draft evasion and prioritizing non-serving individuals.
  • 04Deri previously expressed pride in family members who avoid military service.
  • 05The video violates election law by showing party ballot letters too close to election day.
  • 06Eizenkot demanded the video be removed by 11:00 a.m. on Sunday morning.

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Full coverage · 5 outlets

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

Channel 13Center · Hebrew42 minutes ago
Ex-IDF Chief Gadi Eizenkot Accuses Shas Leader Aryeh Deri of Misusing Soldiers in Campaign Video
MaarivCenter · Hebrew44 minutes ago
Shas Official Defends Aryeh Deri Amid Draft Law Controversy and Criticism
Arutz ShevaRight · Hebrew1 hour ago
Yisrael Beiteinu Demands Shas Remove Controversial IDF Video by 11 AM
YnetCenter · Hebrew1 hour ago
Former IDF Chief's Party Demands Shas Remove Election Video Misusing Soldiers
SrugimRight · Hebrew1 hour ago
Yisrael With Eisenkot Demands Shas Remove Election Ad Featuring IDF Soldiers
Arutz ShevaRight · Hebrew3 hours ago
Shas Sparks Online Debate with Election Ad Featuring IDF Soldier Amid Past Draft Exemption Fight
SrugimRight · Hebrew3 hours ago
Shas Campaign Video Linking Torah and IDF Sparks Fierce Backlash Over Draft Controversy

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