Shlomo Filber Criticizes Media Backlash Over Netanyahu's Weight Loss Joke

First reported by Ynet · 13 hours ago

What happened

Shlomo Filber criticized the media's harsh reaction to Prime Minister Netanyahu's joke about losing weight since October 7, calling their focus on the comment misguided. Netanyahu's remark on Channel 14 sparked backlash from politicians, bereaved parents, and journalists. Filber argued the media's approach risks alienating moderate right-wing voters.

• 01Netanyahu joked about losing weight since October 7 during a Channel 14 interview.
• 02His comment triggered widespread criticism from politicians, parents, activists, and journalists.
• 03Shlomo Filber questioned the media's focus on one humorous remark from a lengthy interview.
• 04Filber suggested the media's strategy might alienate moderate right-wing voters.
• 05A Haaretz journalist claimed Bennett benefits the left more than Eisenkot, reflecting political tensions.

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SrugimRight · Hebrew6 minutes ago

Shlomo Filber Criticizes Media Backlash Over Netanyahu's Weight Loss Joke

Arutz ShevaRight · Hebrew2 hours ago

Netanyahu Faces Backlash After Joking About Weight Loss Since October 7 Attacks

SrugimRight · Hebrew2 hours ago

Channel 13 Anchor Expresses Pain Over Netanyahu's Controversial October 7 Comment

SrugimRight · Hebrew2 hours ago

Netanyahu Faces Sharp Backlash for Joking About October 7 Attack Weight Loss

Now 14Right · Hebrew12 hours ago

Opposition Criticizes Netanyahu's Remarks on October 7 Massacre in Patriot Interview

SrugimRight · Hebrew12 hours ago

Netanyahu Sparks Outrage After Joking About Changes Since October 7 Attacks

YnetCenter · Hebrew13 hours ago

Netanyahu Reflects on Changes Since October 7 Attack and Addresses Key Issues in Interview

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