Yosef Haddad Responds to Controversy Over Past Support for Two-State Solution

Yosef Haddad, a candidate for the 'Am Israel' party led by Ofer Vinter, has addressed a recent controversy stemming from a five-year-old video in which he expressed support for a two-state solution, implying the establishment of a Palestinian state. Haddad stated that the circulated video was an edited clip from a Saudi television interview and that such fabrications against him and his party are not new. He asserted that his long-standing public actions and statements in Hebrew, English, and Arabic demonstrate his true views.

Haddad clarified that his stance on a Palestinian state evolved during the "Guardian of the Walls" operation, when he witnessed the unification of Palestinians and Arabs in mixed cities. He further stated that the events of October 7th solidified his understanding of the Palestinian people. He emphasized that the 'Am Israel' party's principles explicitly reject the establishment of a Palestinian state within the land of Israel and that the party aims to return lands to Israel.

He also highlighted his efforts in combating the Palestinian narrative and identity, noting that he faces threats and has been declared a traitor by Palestinians who view him as a collaborator. Haddad accused those attempting to portray him as a supporter of Palestinians and an enemy of the state of resorting to low-level propaganda and lies.