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MK Tzvi Sukkot Sparks Protest During Content Inspection Visit to Umm al-Fahm Schools

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First reported by Arutz Sheva · Jun 27, 2026

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MK Tzvi Sukkot's visit to Umm al-Fahm schools to inspect curricula and flag displays sparked protests and a citywide education strike. He accused local schools of harboring incitement and failing to display Israeli flags, while local leaders condemned his visit as provocative. The incident reflects ongoing disputes over education and national symbols in Arab communities in Israel.

01MK Tzvi Sukkot visited Umm al-Fahm schools to inspect for incitement and flag compliance.
02The visit triggered protests and a pre-planned education strike in the city.
03Sukkot confronted Hadash leader Youssef Jabareen over Raed Salah's school appearances.
04He criticized schools for not displaying Israeli flags as legally required.
05Sukkot vowed continued oversight of Arab sector education with enforcement agencies.
06MK Naama Lazimi condemned Sukkot's visit as incitement and praised local resistance.

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