Israeli Journalist Eldar and Kineret Barashi Exchange Heated Personal Accusations Online
Translated & summarized from Ice by baba
Journalist Shlomi Eldar and Kineret Barashi engaged in a heated online argument on X, involving personal threats and accusations. The dispute escalated with claims of possessing embarrassing information and alleged photos, occurring while Eldar faces a defamation suit related to his reporting on pre-October 7th intelligence.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Journalist Shlomi Eldar and Kineret Barashi had a severe online dispute.
- The argument involved threats of revealing embarrassing personal information.
- Barashi claimed to have "a real celebration with pictures" about Eldar.
- Eldar is currently involved in a defamation lawsuit over his reporting.
- The clash occurred on the social media platform X.
An unusually sharp public dispute erupted on X (formerly Twitter) between Israeli journalist Shlomi Eldar and Kineret Barashi. The exchange quickly escalated from public commentary to personal attacks, including veiled threats of revealing embarrassing information and alleged photos.
This confrontation occurs as Eldar himself is under scrutiny for his reporting, particularly claims that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu received a warning from the UAE president before October 7th. Netanyahu has since filed a defamation lawsuit against the newspaper "Haaretz," Eldar, and other media outlets over these reports.
Eldar initiated the recent personal spat by posting that Barashi was attempting to intrude into his private life with "thick hints." He further stated, "Tell that pathetic woman that I am an investigative journalist with proven years of experience who can access a lot of information, and what I know about her will embarrass her greatly. I am this close to stooping to her level."
Barashi responded by challenging Eldar to publicly reveal any embarrassing information he possesses, promising not to sue if the information is true and verified. She then escalated the conflict, stating, "Shlomi, you know what I know, and what I know is a real celebration with pictures."
She later clarified her stance, reiterating her commitment not to take legal action if Eldar published truthful, albeit embarrassing, information about her after cross-verification. This public clash adds another chapter to Eldar's recent series of public disputes, including a recent intense verbal battle with fellow journalist Amit Segal concerning his work and pre-October 7th reporting.