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Amichai Segal Condemns Rabbi Yosef Yazdi's Insult Against IDF Chief of Staff
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First reported by Behadrei Haredim · Jun 30, 2026
What happened
Political commentator Amichai Segal criticized Rabbi Yosef Yazdi for insulting the Israeli Chief of Staff and questioned state funding to Yazdi's institution.
- 01Rabbi Yosef Yazdi cursed the Israeli Chief of Staff, saying 'may his name and memory be erased'.
- 02Amichai Segal publicly condemned Yazdi's remarks as shocking and inappropriate.
- 03Segal criticized the state for funding Yazdi's religious institution with millions of shekels annually.
- 04Segal stated he knows no other country that pays people who insult its protectors.
- 05The controversy arose from comments made by Yazdi the previous evening.
- 06Segal's response came on Tuesday following the incident.
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Full coverage · 4 outlets
The same event, reported separately by each newsroom. Open a few to compare what each emphasizes — and what they leave out.
SrugimRight · HebrewJun 30, 2026
Amichai Segal Condemns Rabbi Yosef Yazdi's Insult Against IDF Chief of Staff
Kikar HaShabbatRight · HebrewJun 30, 2026
Close Associates Defend Rabbi Aryeh Yazdi After Sharp Criticism of IDF Chief Sparks Outrage
YnetCenter · HebrewJun 30, 2026
Israeli Lawmakers Condemn Rabbi's Incendiary Speech Against IDF Chief Amid Political Tensions
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