Criticism of Netanyahu in Shas and Deri's Promise: 'Government? Only if the status of Torah learners is arranged'
In the party's newspaper, where Deri is known to approve every word, they accused Netanyahu of 'violating all the promises and agreements signed with the consent of the coalition partners'. Unlike United Torah Judaism, the…
Assessment
A fissure is opening between Shas and Netanyahu, with the party's official newspaper accusing the prime minister of breaking coalition agreements. Aryeh Deri's reported promise to condition future government participation on securing the status of Torah students signals a hardening line. Yet Shas's spokesman also warns left-wing government fantasies are delusional, suggesting the party is maneuvering to extract concessions without leaving the bloc. The tension between threat and loyalty will define Shas's next moves.