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Rabbi Meir Shmueli Publicly Apologizes to Arab Medical Staff After Controversial Remarks

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First reported by Kikar HaShabbat · Jul 5, 2026

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Rabbi Meir Shmueli apologized to Arab medical staff in Abu Ghosh for previous inflammatory remarks made after the October 7 attacks. The reconciliation meeting, led by community leaders and lawyers, emphasized unity and respect among Israeli healthcare workers. The event marks the beginning of ongoing dialogue efforts across Israel.

01Rabbi Meir Shmueli publicly apologized for past anti-Arab medical staff remarks made after October 7 attacks.
02The reconciliation meeting took place Sunday in Abu Ghosh with Arab doctors and community leaders.
03Shmueli said his earlier comments were made in pain and do not reflect his true values.
04About 40% of Israeli doctors are Arab, highlighting the sector's diversity.
05The event was organized by lawyer Amit Hadad and former Abu Ghosh council head Issa Jaber.
06Participants emphasized unity, with examples of joint blood donations after the war.

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