Israeli Activist Shefi Paz Mourned by UK's Tommy Robinson, Israeli Ministers

British anti-immigration activist Tommy Robinson paid tribute to Israeli social activist Shefi Paz following her passing, remembering her as "a woman without fear." Robinson shared his farewell message in English on his X account, adding a red heart emoji.

Minister of National Security Itamar Ben-Gvir also mourned Paz, calling her a "partner, fighter, determined, brave, and principled." He described her as a prominent social activist and a pioneer of the protest against "infiltrators" and what he termed "distorted and dangerous left-wing views." Ben-Gvir stated that Paz was a model for fighting for principles without fear of personal cost, asserting that her struggle brought the issue of "infiltrators" to national awareness. He pledged to continue her fight, calling her death a great loss for Israel and the "national camp."

Minister of Finance Bezalel Smotrich echoed these sentiments, identifying Paz as a leader in the fight against the "takeover by infiltrators" in southern Tel Aviv. He criticized the justice system for what he called selective enforcement against her and vowed to continue her struggle to remove all "infiltrators" and stop what he described as the "dictatorship and selective enforcement of the justice system."

Knesset Speaker Amir Ohana shared a personal tribute, recalling meeting Paz when they were both activists before his election to the Knesset. He highlighted her work defending residents of southern Tel Aviv and founding the "South of the City" faction. Ohana noted that while her activism wasn't always elegant, she exposed the hypocrisy of her opponents and the "selective enforcement" of the legal system. He also revealed that Paz had been battling cancer, which she had not wanted to disclose, and remembered her "smile, wit, and modesty" during a visit. Ohana expressed condolences to her family and wished her peace.

Cartoonist Or Reichert also eulogized Paz, describing her as the voice and strength for the struggling residents of southern Tel Aviv. He characterized her as an impressive woman with immense strength and a huge heart, who listened to residents and acted on their behalf. Reichert recalled her going to prison with her head held high to prove a principle, calling her a "giant who walked among us." He concluded by saying he would miss her "mischievous, gravelly voice, always ending in a big laugh at the world."