TV Host Slams Netanyahu Over 'Heartless' Leadership Post-Oct 7

Reality show host Guy Zu-Aretz, who lost his nephew Eli Baram at the Nova music festival massacre on October 7, published a heartfelt tribute to his nephew on Monday, also expressing his deep disappointment with Israel's leadership, particularly Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. In his post, Zu-Aretz addressed his nephew directly, imagining his final moments of terror and pain. He then turned his attention to the government, writing that "nothing has changed" since Eli's death, with the same leadership remaining in place, unwilling to take responsibility or acknowledge past mistakes. Zu-Aretz criticized the prime minister, stating that years in power have left him "without compassion, without shame, devoid of emotion," clinging to his position out of fear and forgetting what victory means. He described the immense grief his nephew's mother, grandmother, and other family members are enduring, noting the grandmother's pain and her need for comfort and recognition of her loss. Zu-Aretz apologized to his nephew for not offering optimism, expressing his love and sorrow for the family's loss and the broader community of bereaved families. He concluded by wishing his nephew peace and sending a plea for salvation and mercy from above. Eli Baram was killed three years ago, according to the post. Zu-Aretz began his career in the Air Force band and has since had a diverse career in theater and television. He is married to actress and host Yael Bar Zohar.