Shas Lawmaker Attacks Bennett Over Proposed Ban on Draft Evasion Supporters in Cabinet

A political clash erupted between former prime minister Naftali Bennett and the ultra-Orthodox Shas party over proposed eligibility criteria for cabinet ministers. According to Arutz 7 and Channel 14, Bennett stated he would demand the passage of a "Deri Law," which would bar anyone who evaded military service or encourages draft evasion from serving in the security cabinet.

In response, Shas Member of Knesset Michael Malchieli lashed out at Bennett, calling him a political fraud who stole the premiership with six seats, as reported by both outlets. Further details regarding the proposed initiative have not yet been released.