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not everywhere· Politics· Updated

Near Physical Confrontation Erupts Between Israeli Political Candidates

A political panel in Rehovot saw a near physical confrontation between Nir Hajbi, a bereaved father and candidate for the 'Yashar' list, and Hadar Mukhtar, a Likud Youth representative. Hajbi accused government officials of neglecting his family for three years since his son's death on October 7th.

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  1. 01Nir Hajbi, a bereaved father and political candidate, confronted Hadar Mukhtar, a Likud Youth representative, at a panel in Rehovot.
  2. 02Hajbi accused government representatives of neglecting his family for three years following his son's death on October 7th.
  3. 03The confrontation escalated when Hajbi approached Mukhtar, leading to intervention by event organizers.
  4. 04Mukhtar stated she had previously visited Hajbi's home and helped raise funds for his son's memorial.
  5. 05The incident occurred during a political panel attended by an audience.

Mukhtar countered that she had visited his home and assisted with fundraising for his son's memorial. Organizers intervened to separate the two candidates.

Translated and summarized by baba from Now 14, the latest report. Read Now 14’s original

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