Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu resigned the head of the Ministry of Internal Affairs and the Ministry of Health, his chief ally Arya Deri due to the decision of the Supreme Court. It is reported by The Times of ISRAEL.
The court decision will enter into force on Tuesday, January 24th. The reason for the verdict made by Deri was his numerous criminal records, because of which he cannot continue to occupy high government posts.
with a heavy heart, with great regret and the worst feelings, I have to deprive you of a ministerial post, ”Netanyahu turned to Deri in these words.
According to Deri, he expected such a development of events, but nothing will force him to abandon political activity.