Mordechai Ben David Sparks Controversy With Sharp Remarks About Avigdor Lieberman

Mordechai Ben David, a prominent Hasidic singer, ignited controversy following a provocative comment about Avigdor Lieberman, leader of the Yisrael Beiteinu party. In a Yiddish interview on journalist Shlomi Zayanz's podcast, Ben David addressed claims that the late Rebbe of Ribnitz served as Lieberman's mohel. Ben David stated, "Avigdor Lieberman claimed the Rebbe was his mohel, either yes or no. I think he was circumcised in the wrong place. They should have cut off his head."

Zayanz laughed but quickly clarified that despite Lieberman's stance toward the religious public, he holds a certain respect for the Ribnitz Rebbe, noting there are photos of Lieberman visiting the Rebbe's gravesite. Ben David responded positively to this, saying, "It is pleasing to hear, and I hope he will fully repent."

The exchange has stirred debate due to the harshness of Ben David's remarks and the sensitive nature of Lieberman's relationship with the religious community. The podcast episode has drawn attention for its candid and controversial dialogue between the two figures.