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Shas Party Defends Aryeh Deri's Remarks on IDF Draft
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By יערה שפירא
First reported by All Israel News · Sep 2, 2026
What happened
The Shas party defended its chairman Aryeh Deri's controversial remarks about the IDF draft, stating his comments were taken out of context and that non-studying Haredim would be drafted regardless. The remarks drew sharp criticism from other political figures.
- 01Shas explains Aryeh Deri's IDF draft comments.
- 02Party claims Deri meant non-students will be drafted.
- 03Deri stated the army should handle the draft issue.
- 04Shas continues its pro-soldier campaign.
- 05Former PM Bennett and Yisrael Beiteinu criticized Deri.
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Full coverage · 16 outlets
The same event, reported separately by each newsroom. Open a few to compare what each emphasizes — and what they leave out.
Israel National NewsRight · EnglishSep 3, 2026
Shas Leader Aryeh Deri Questions IDF's Desire for Haredi Recruits
CursorinfoUnrated · RussianSep 3, 2026
Ultra-Orthodox Leader Deri Says IDF Doesn't Need Haredi Recruits
i24NEWS FrenchCenter · frSep 3, 2026
Shas Party Leader Accuses IDF of Reluctance to Draft Ultra-Orthodox Men
Channel 9Unrated · RussianSep 3, 2026
Ultra-Orthodox Leader Refuses Army Draft Calls, Cites IDF's Own Needs
YnetCenter · HebrewSep 3, 2026
Shas Party Leader Arieh Deri Declines to Urge Haredi Draft, Says IDF Can Manage
N12Center · HebrewSep 3, 2026
Shas Party Leader Aryeh Deri: IDF Should Handle Non-Torah Students' Draft
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