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Israeli School Halts Classes Over Teacher's Question About Hating Arabs
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By Ирен Давид
First reported by Ynet · 3 hours ago
What happened
Parents in Or Akiva, Israel, temporarily halted classes at an elementary school after a teacher allegedly asked third graders if they hated Arabs and made those who raised their hands explain their position. The school disputes the parents' account, stating the lesson began with an offensive remark by a student. An investigation is underway.
- 01Parents suspended classes at Or Akiva's "Shirat HaYam" elementary school.
- 02A teacher allegedly asked third graders if they hated Arabs.
- 03Students who raised hands were reportedly asked to explain their views.
- 04The school claims the discussion started due to a student's offensive remark.
- 05An investigation into the incident is currently ongoing.
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