Dadi Simchi Responds to Backlash Over Comments on Soldiers Crying at Funerals

In a video segment, Dadi Simchi responded to the public uproar over his remarks that he does not like to see soldiers crying at funerals. He addressed the criticism by speaking about the funeral of his son, Guy, who was killed on October 7.

Simchi said he did not break down in tears at his son's funeral, using that personal experience to explain his position. The source indicates the piece focuses on his clarification and on the emotional reaction his comments triggered, rather than on a broader new development.

The video was accompanied by a still photograph credited to Reuven Castro.