Yossi Abdo Presents Weekly Satirical News Highlighting Israeli Political and Social Issues
Yossi Abdo's weekly satirical segment "The Not Really Important News" aired with a focus on current Israeli political and social topics. The program featured Channel 12 presenter Tali Gottlieb, who humorously searched for support amid political tensions. The discussion included the influence of Haredi voters within the Likud party, with politicians Milbatzky, Ohana, and Karei emphasizing that Haredim are part of the nation, while Haredi representatives clarified they do not vote for Likud.
Karei openly opposed the use of a partition screen (mechitza), and the show highlighted Gottlieb's connection to tradition, including speaking Moroccan Hebrew on Channel 12 news. The segment also touched on cultural references, such as Yair Ravivo's critique of a superficial fix and Keti Shitrit's admission of not knowing Moroccan Hebrew. A humorous take on the acronym ELUL was presented, alongside a song dedicated to Prime Minister Netanyahu, inviting him to the studio.
Gottlieb responded to primary election results, accusing Netanyahu's circle of attempting to undermine her. The program encouraged viewers to share stories via Yossi's private WhatsApp, promising attentive coverage of diverse narratives. The episode combined political satire with cultural commentary, reflecting ongoing debates within Israeli society.