Israeli TV and music snippets spark backlash and online mockery
A roundup of social media and TV moments highlighted several recent Israeli entertainment and political flashpoints. In an interview with Yedioth Ahronoth ahead of a joint performance, Mosh Ben Ari said the pair had debated whether to sing “Salam” to soldiers. Avraham Tal added, “There is no legitimacy for this word right now.” The article framed the exchange as another example of the artists’ political sensitivities.
It also quoted a remark aired on Channel 14 about Likud voters: “We never drive Likud voters away, they have no other option. What do you want them to vote for, the stoner from Ra’anana?” The piece presented the line as evidence of the channel’s view of Likud supporters.
Other items in the roundup included Guy Maroz leaving the studio of “HaPatriots” after host Itamar Fleischman humiliated him and called him “a useful idiot.” The text also noted Dor Hoffman shaking hands with Lionel Messi, joking that the moment felt so big it almost warranted a special broadcast.
Finally, the article mentioned several bad takes surrounding the story about Shin Bet chief Zini and the LGBTQ community in the organization. It said Minister Amichai Shikli won first place in what it called the competition for the “most stupid take” on the issue, and asked readers which moment from the week’s broadcasts was the most embarrassing.
