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Israeli Attorney General Orders Cancellation of Rabbi Ovadia Yosef Memorial, Religious Ministry Demands Rabin Memorial Cancellation Too
The Israeli Attorney General ordered the cancellation of Rabbi Ovadia Yosef's memorial due to election proximity and political ties, prompting the Ministry of Religious Services to demand similar cancellation of Yitzhak Rabin's memorial.
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What happened
- 01Attorney General orders cancellation of Rabbi Ovadia Yosef memorial due to election timing and political ties.
- 02Ministry of Religious Services opposes, citing Knesset law mandating the memorial.
- 03Ministry demands clarity on Yitzhak Rabin memorial, linking its political nature to Yosef's case.
- 04Director General Yehuda Avidan warns Rabin's memorial should also be canceled if Yosef's is.
- 05Shas condemns Attorney General's demand as an attack on Rabbi Yosef's legacy and vows legal action.
- 06Dispute underscores tensions over political activity in state memorials during elections.
The Ministry and Shas party oppose the decision, citing legal mandates and legacy respect.
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