1 year ago
Israeli Politician Slammed Over 'Kill Babies' Comment
An Israeli politician named Yair Golan made a statement on the radio.
He said that a 'sane country does not kill babies for a hobby'.
Other politicians, including the Prime Minister and opposition leaders, got very upset.
They said Golan's words were wrong and could be seen as antisemitic.
The Prime Minister accused him of inciting violence against Israeli troops.
Some people called for an investigation into Golan's comments.
Golan is known for disagreeing with the current government.
Yair Golan, of Israel's Democrats, said a 'sane country does not kill babies for a hobby'.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu accused Golan of 'wild incitement'.
Opposition leader Yair Lapid said Golan's statement was 'incorrect and a gift to our enemies'.
Education minister Yoav Kisch called for an investigation for incitement.
Golan is a vocal opponent of Netanyahu's government and its policies.
- Who
- Yair Golan, Benjamin Netanyahu, Yair Lapid, and Yoav Kisch
- What
- Golan said that 'a sane country does not kill babies for a hobby,' drawing condemnation from Israeli politicians.
- Where
- In Israel
- When
- Tuesday
- Why
- Because of comments made by Golan that were deemed inflammatory and against the Israeli army
Yair Golan
Israeli Government Officials
Nature of Comments
Yair Golan
Golan believes that Israel is becoming a pariah state and is criticizing the country for its actions.
Israeli Government Officials
Netanyahu and other politicians believe Golan's statement is inflammatory, and some are calling for investigation of incitement.
Key facts
- Politician
- Yair Golan
- Political Party
- Israel's Democrats party
- Prime Minister
- Benjamin Netanyahu
- Opposition Leader
- Yair Lapid
- Education Minister
- Yoav Kisch