Joint List Slams Government for Diverting Funds from Arab Community to Military Spending

The Joint List, an Arab political alliance in Israel, has condemned the government's decision to cut funding for programs aimed at the Arab community in favor of purchasing Apache attack helicopters. In a statement, the alliance accused Prime Minister Netanyahu's government of "looting public funds" and redirecting them towards armament and wars instead of investing in citizens' well-being and personal security.

The Joint List asserted that the "government of blood" is cutting financing for an Arab community already suffering from neglect, discrimination, and policies of impoverishment. It stated that this community is paying a heavy price for the escalation of organized crime and the high cost of living. Instead of providing basic necessities and addressing these crises, the government is prioritizing more weapons and more war at the expense of people's needs and rights.

The alliance further alleged that Netanyahu is seeking an opportunity to ignite a war before the elections to prolong his stay in power, preferring to spend on armament and conflicts over the social welfare and personal security of both Arabs and Jews. They believe he fears change and knows the alliance is capable of removing him and his government from power.

The Joint List concluded by declaring its intention to work towards toppling the "government of blood and the Kahane government" on October 27, ending its policies, and paving the way for a future based on peace, equality, dignity, and security.