Israel's 'Amcha Yisrael' Chairman Slams Netanyahu Over Haredi Mob Violence
Translated & summarized from Israel Hayom by baba
Ofer Winter, chairman of 'Amcha Yisrael,' fiercely attacked Prime Minister Netanyahu and his coalition on Tuesday over violent Haredi protests in Modi'in that prevented the arrest of a military deserter. Winter called the incident a "disgrace beyond description" and a "loss of control," questioning the silence of top ministers. He contrasted this with Minister Goldknopf's condemnation of the IDF, urging Netanyahu and others to "be ashamed" of their silence.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Ofer Winter criticized Prime Minister Netanyahu and coalition members over Haredi mob violence in Modi'in.
- Extremist Haredi protesters reportedly prevented the arrest of a military deserter in Modi'in.
- Winter called the incident a "disgrace beyond description" and a "loss of control."
- He questioned the silence of ministers Smotrich and the Prime Minister on the matter.
- Winter noted Minister Goldknopf condemned the IDF, not the protesters.
Ofer Winter, chairman of the organization 'Amcha Yisrael,' sharply criticized Prime Minister Netanyahu and coalition members on Tuesday following violent events in Modi'in the previous night. The incident involved an attempt to arrest a military deserter, which was thwarted by extremist Haredi protesters who allegedly broke into a building to prevent the arrest. Security forces were present to extract soldiers caught in the situation.
Winter described the events as a "disgrace beyond description" and a "loss of control," expressing dismay that no one in the coalition had condemned the actions. He specifically questioned the silence of key figures, including "Smotrich," the "Minister of Police," and the "Prime Minister."
Winter noted that Minister Goldknopf was among the few who did condemn the events, but pointed out that Goldknopf's condemnation was directed at the IDF. Winter concluded his remarks with a strong message, calling the situation a "disgrace beyond description" and urging those who remained silent to "be ashamed," referring to their silence as "sheep-like."
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