Knesset Swearing-In Disrupted by Minister Ben-Gvir's Accusation
Translated & summarized from JDN by baba
National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir accused Joint List Chairman Yousef Jabareen of pledging allegiance to Hamas during the Knesset swearing-in ceremony. Knesset Speaker Amir Ohana intervened to maintain order amidst the heated exchange. Arab party members also drew criticism for leaving the plenum during the national anthem, "Hatikvah."
The story in 4 lines · by baba
- Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir accused MK Yousef Jabareen of pledging allegiance to Hamas during a Knesset ceremony.
- Knesset Speaker Amir Ohana warned of removing disruptive lawmakers during the swearing-in.
- Arab party members left the plenum during the national anthem "Hatikvah."
- The incident occurred amid criticism of Arab parties for not labeling Hamas a terrorist group.
During the swearing-in ceremony for the 26th Knesset, a heated confrontation erupted when National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir directed a question at Yousef Jabareen, Chairman of the Joint List, asking "Who is he pledging allegiance to? To Hamas?" The incident occurred as lawmakers were reciting their oaths of allegiance. Knesset Speaker Amir Ohana intervened, warning that he would remove members who disrupted the proceedings without prior notice. The exchange took place amidst criticism of Arab parties for their reluctance to designate Hamas as a terrorist organization. Further controversy arose when members of Arab parties exited the plenum during the singing of the Israeli national anthem, "Hatikvah," returning only after its conclusion. This action drew strong objections and protests from other Knesset members.
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