A prominent rabbi from the Shas party, Yitzhak Yosef, has publicly attributed the potential US-Iran nuclear deal to divine punishment stemming from the arrests of Haredi Jews who refuse to serve in the Israeli military. Yosef, a former Sephardic chief rabbi known for contentious statements, also leveled harsh criticism at Israel’s Attorney General, labeling them “garbage” and blaming them for a perceived shift in former President Trump’s stance towards Israel. He specifically suggested the Attorney General is responsible for damaging relations with the US. The rabbi’s comments connect domestic issues of religious exemption from military service with international diplomatic efforts. This statement reflects ongoing tensions between religious communities and the Israeli government regarding mandatory conscription. The remarks have drawn attention due to Yosef’s influential position within the Haredi community and the sensitivity of the issues involved.