Veteran Israeli Journalist Slams Netanyahu, Calls Supporters a 'Cult'
Translated & summarized from Ice by baba
Veteran Israeli journalist Emmanuel Rosen has sharply criticized Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, calling his supporters a "cult" and stating that "true right-wingers do not vote for Bibi." Rosen, a prominent media figure, made these remarks on X ahead of the upcoming Knesset elections. He also previously criticized Netanyahu's response to a security incident, accusing his staff of lying and underestimating voters.
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- Journalist Emmanuel Rosen called Prime Minister Netanyahu's supporters a "cult" on X.
- Rosen stated that "true right-wingers do not vote for Bibi."
- He criticized Netanyahu's handling of a recent security incident and his staff's responses.
- The comments come ahead of the 26th Knesset elections scheduled for October 27.
- Rosen has a long career in Israeli journalism and commentary.
Veteran Israeli journalist, political commentator, and television personality Emmanuel Rosen has strongly criticized Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his supporters in a recent social media post. Ahead of the upcoming 26th Knesset elections, scheduled for October 27, Rosen took to X (formerly Twitter) to express his views, labeling Netanyahu's supporters as a "cult" and asserting that "true right-wingers do not vote for Bibi." He further described Netanyahu as a "cult, Kahane, hatred, division, lies, and betrayal," and stated that "true right-wingers do not vote for Bibi."
Rosen, known for his extensive career in Israeli media including roles at "Maariv Lanoar," "Bamahane," "Hadashot 12," Channel 10, and various radio programs, has frequently voiced criticism of Prime Minister Netanyahu's conduct. He cited historical figures and families associated with the right-wing Likud party, such as the Jabotinsky and Begin families, and former ministers like Limor Livnat, Dan Meridor, Tzachi Hanegbi, and the late Michael Eitan, suggesting they would not support Netanyahu.
This latest statement follows Rosen's earlier criticism regarding the "Flydubai" flight incident. He accused Netanyahu of prioritizing his "hero celebrations" over addressing the security lapse, instead of summoning the Shin Bet chief and the Transportation Minister. Rosen also dismissed claims from Netanyahu's staff about briefings given to former Prime Minister Lapid, calling them "failed, irresponsible, and shameless people" who underestimate voters.
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