Theia Chatelle

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Theia Chatelle

Israeli Court Orders Citizenship for American Rabbi Convicted of Child Sexual Abuse

The rabbi served prison time in the United States, where he also faced numerous allegations of sexual abuse that never reached trial. Child-protection advocates warn of gaps in Israel’s oversight of convicted sex offenders making Aliyah.

October 20, 2026

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