MK Pindrus Sparks Controversy with Remarks Against Opposition MK Naama Lazimi

During a Knesset Education, Culture and Sports Committee meeting on Monday, MK Yitzhak Pindrus from United Torah Judaism ignited a heated debate after being asked about his support for shooting protesters in the legs. The confrontation began when MK Adi Azuz referenced Pindrus's past statement that "anyone blocking a road should be shot in the legs." Pindrus responded by comparing the idea to practices in the United States.

Azuz then challenged Pindrus by asking if he believed that his party chairman, Goldknopf, should be shot in the legs for blocking a road, referencing a specific incident. Pindrus avoided directly answering the question and instead deflected by saying, "Let's start first with Naama Lazimi," an opposition MK. This remark caused an uproar in the committee meeting, with Azuz accusing Pindrus of fear, saying, "Someone here is afraid!"

The exchange highlighted the tensions within the Knesset over the issue of protester treatment and raised questions about the appropriateness of Pindrus's comments toward fellow lawmakers. The incident was captured on video by the Knesset Channel and quickly circulated, drawing widespread attention.