Mansour Abbas Faces Incitement Amid Arab Leadership Silence

Dr. Mansour Abbas, head of the United Arab List, is facing escalating incitement that has moved beyond political disagreement to pose a real threat to his safety and that of other Arab parliament members. This is occurring within a charged atmosphere fueled by the statements and actions of the "fascist and racist right." The article holds Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu directly responsible for this climate, accusing him of unleashing dangerous, inciting rhetoric that targets Abbas and treats him as a legitimate target for hate campaigns and accusations of disloyalty. The author warns against underestimating such environments, citing historical lessons about the dangers of incitement turning into actual threats to life.

Adding to the concern is the "complete silence" from broad segments of Arab leadership and national institutions, as if the targeting and incitement against an Arab political figure is something that can be overlooked or treated as an internal party matter. The article stresses that protecting Abbas is not a partisan stance but a collective, ethical, and national responsibility. It is regrettable that some voices within the Arab community have joined the incitement through defamation, slander, and accusations of disloyalty. While political disagreement and criticism are legitimate, participating in creating a climate of hate and incitement is described as a behavior that threatens everyone and serves the agendas of the racist right.

The article calls on relevant official and security bodies to assume their responsibilities, act immediately to stop the wave of incitement, hold accountable those who threaten the safety of Arab lawmakers, and provide them with necessary protection without selectivity or double standards. It concludes by emphasizing the need for more courageous and clear discourse in defending the Arab Palestinian human and Islamic project within the framework of equal citizenship and democratic partnership, asserting that there is no need to apologize or retreat in the face of intimidation and defamation campaigns. Abbas is not alone, and his protection is everyone's responsibility, as disagreement does not justify incitement, criticism does not justify threats, and silence in the face of incitement can be more dangerous than the incitement itself.