Eliyahu Yosian Plans Right-Wing Political Entry, Warns of Liberalism as Israel’s Greatest Threat
Eliyahu Yosian, a Middle East researcher known for his sharp views, revealed in a recent podcast interview with Eli Guthelf that he is preparing to enter Israeli politics in the upcoming elections, aligning with a right-wing party. Yosian, who grew up as a Jewish minority in Iran, shared his personal journey and ideological convictions, emphasizing his belief that the greatest threat to Israel is not external enemies but the "liberal morphine" infiltrating Israeli society, which he argues dulls national resolve.
Yosian recounted his childhood experiences under the hostile Iranian regime, including discrimination such as being forbidden to drink from public fountains due to his Jewish identity. He described his break from the Jewish community in Iran and his eventual immigration to Israel at age 23, driven by strong nationalist and Jewish identity reasons. He also discussed the cultural shock he experienced upon arrival in Israel and the ideological conflicts within his own family, particularly regarding education and religious identity.
Highlighting security concerns, Yosian warned of the massive illegal weapons stockpile in Israel’s Arab sector, estimating around 300,000 illegal firearms with 9 million bullets ready to fire, which he believes is a far more urgent threat than political debates over ultra-Orthodox conscription. He differentiated between the Sunni Arab threat, which he characterized as genocidal, and the Shia Iranian regime, which he sees as seeking domination but allowing limited Jewish life under subjugation.
Politically, Yosian aspires to become Israel’s Minister of Education, viewing education as the "holy of holies" for shaping the nation’s future. He advocates for instilling a victorious spirit in the Israel Defense Forces and society, rejecting liberal ideals that seek peace at the expense of strength. On the contentious issue of ultra-Orthodox conscription, he supports drafting those not engaged in Torah study but opposes forced secularization, proposing instead that the Haredi sector produce ammunition in a way that respects their lifestyle, thereby integrating them into national defense without cultural compromise.
Yosian also announced the founding of a new organization, "Jewish Homeland," aimed at independent educational outreach to Israeli youth, including English-language content. Reflecting on his personal connection to Israel and its challenges, he quoted Ariel Sharon, underscoring that while politics may seem impersonal, for him the fight for Israel’s spirit and survival is deeply personal.
