Israeli Minister David Amsalem Uses Social Media for Personal Attacks and Political Rhetoric
How 2 Israeli newsrooms covered this story — translated into English and compared side by side.
First reported by N12 · Jul 9, 2026
What happened
Israeli Minister David Amsalem has drawn attention for his aggressive social media posts targeting political opponents, judiciary members, and public figures with personal insults and threats. Despite recently suffering a heart attack, he continues to use his platform to attack the left, the judiciary, and reform movements while praising government workers and ultra-Orthodox allies. His rhetoric highlights deep political and social divisions in Israel.
- 01David Amsalem uses social media to issue personal threats and insults against left-wing politicians and judiciary members.
- 02He accused Justice Minister Gali Baharav-Miara of persecution and claimed she has a 'special place in hell.'
- 03Amsalem heavily criticizes Supreme Court President Isaac Amit and former President Asher Grunis.
- 04He praises workers in government companies and emphasizes Likud's alliance with ultra-Orthodox parties.
- 05Amsalem disparages reform movements and uses divisive language about Arabs and ultra-Orthodox Jews.
- 06Despite a recent heart attack, he continues his combative online rhetoric without responding to requests for comment.
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