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Arab Lawmakers Walk Out During National Anthem, Sparking Knesset Uproar
Arab lawmakers walked out of the Knesset plenum during the national anthem "Hatikvah" on the first day of the 26th Knesset's term, following an outburst by Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir directed at MK Yosef Jabareen.
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What happened
- 01Arab MKs walked out of the Knesset during the national anthem "Hatikvah."
- 02Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir shouted at MK Yosef Jabareen during his oath.
- 03Knesset Speaker Amir Ohana warned against cooperating with those who accuse Israeli soldiers of blood libels.
- 04The incidents occurred during the swearing-in ceremony for the 26th Knesset.
- 05The walkout happened amid political negotiations involving Arab parties.
Knesset Speaker Amir Ohana delivered opening remarks emphasizing unity and national security threats, while also cautioning against cooperation with those who slander Israeli soldiers. The incidents occurred amidst ongoing political negotiations involving Arab parties.
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