Man Arrested for Allegedly Attacking Security Team of Former PM Bennett in Tel Aviv

Police arrested a 23-year-old man from Givatayim on Saturday evening on suspicion of attacking the security detail of Naftali Bennett, chairman of the Yamina party, during a tour in Tel Aviv's HaMesila Park. The suspect was apprehended by officers from the Lev Tel Aviv station in the Yarkon district and taken for questioning.

Bennett, as a former prime minister, is protected by the Shin Bet security agency. According to police, the suspect was arrested and transferred for investigation. An eyewitness at the scene claimed the suspect shouted "Only Bibi" and did not approach Bennett. The witness also stated that someone pushed the suspect into a security guard, after which the guards restrained him and called the police. Investigators are also examining whether the suspect was intoxicated.

This incident follows a previous alleged attack on Bennett during the recent election campaign. Earlier this month, a 26-year-old man was indicted for allegedly throwing a salt shaker at Bennett, hitting a social media manager and a videographer on his team. The indictment included charges of assault, attempted assault, and behavior likely to disturb public order. The accused also allegedly threw another glass object near Bennett's table.

Prior to the park tour, Bennett participated in a rally at Hostages Square in Tel Aviv, calling for a state commission of inquiry into the October 7th failures. The rally, organized by the "October Council" of survivors and bereaved families, was also attended by other opposition leaders.