Israeli Lawmaker Nissim Vaturi Calls Naama Lazimi Worse Than Hamas in Heated Political Exchange
How 4 Israeli newsrooms covered this story — translated into English and compared side by side.
First reported by Walla · 2 hours ago
What happened
Israeli Deputy Knesset Speaker Nissim Vaturi called Knesset member Naama Lazimi "worse than Hamas" and suggested she should lead the terrorist group. Lazimi responded by accusing Prime Minister Netanyahu's government of targeting her politically and inciting violence. The exchange reflects deep political divisions in Israel, with Vaturi also defending past praise of extremist Meir Kahane.
- 01Nissim Vaturi called Naama Lazimi worse than Hamas and suggested she run to lead Hamas.
- 02Lazimi accused Netanyahu's government of targeting her and inciting political violence.
- 03She labeled Likud a bankrupt mafia collaborating with Hamas to destabilize Israel.
- 04Vaturi claimed internal enemies harming Israel are worse than external threats.
- 05Vaturi previously praised extremist Meir Kahane, sparking controversy.
- 06Lazimi vowed to continue fighting for Israel despite intimidation attempts.
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