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Entebbe Commandos Boycott 50th Anniversary Ceremony Over Netanyahu's Participation

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Entebbe Commandos Boycott 50th Anniversary Ceremony Over Netanyahu's Participation
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First reported by Ynet · 18 hours ago

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Entebbe commandos are boycotting the 50th anniversary memorial ceremony due to Prime Minister Netanyahu's participation, accusing him of abandoning hostages and politicizing the event. Amir Ofer, a key figure in the original mission, criticized Netanyahu's leadership and explained the boycott reflects deep concern over current government policies and the exploitation of the Entebbe legacy for political purposes.

  • 01Entebbe commandos will boycott the 50th anniversary ceremony due to Netanyahu's attendance.
  • 02Amir Ofer criticized Netanyahu for abandoning hostages and enabling draft dodgers.
  • 03The President's Residence did not respond to the boycott announcement personally.
  • 04Ofer emphasized honoring Yoni Netanyahu but condemned political exploitation of Entebbe.
  • 05The boycott reflects concern over the government's handling of hostages and national division.
  • 06Ofer recalled Yoni Netanyahu's final orders prioritizing hostage rescue over treating wounded.

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Kan NewsCenter · Hebrew16 minutes ago
Entebbe Commandos Boycott 50th Anniversary Ceremony Over Netanyahu's Participation
YnetCenter · Hebrew18 hours ago
Veterans of Entebbe Raid, Including Severely Wounded Fighter, Boycott 50th Anniversary Ceremony Over Netanyahu

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