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Rabbi Axelrod Faces Criminal Complaint Over Incitement Allegations
The Center for Victims of Racism filed a criminal complaint against Rabbi Gedalia Axelrod for allegedly inciting violence and racism with a religious ruling. Rabbi Axelrod ruled that politicians supporting a government with Arab members are subject to "din rodef," a concept that could permit harm.
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What happened
- 01Rabbi Gedalia Axelrod faces a criminal complaint for alleged incitement to violence and racism.
- 02The complaint stems from his ruling that politicians supporting a government with Arab members are subject to "din rodef."
- 03The Center for Victims of Racism filed the complaint with police, the attorney general, and prosecutors.
- 04The ruling allegedly interprets "din rodef" as permission to harm elected officials.
- 05The statement is accused of endangering the Jewish people and inciting racism against Arab citizens.
- 06The Center for Victims of Racism seeks an investigation and removal of the statement from online platforms.
The complaint argues this incites violence and racism, especially given the political context and the number of Arab representatives in the Knesset. Authorities are urged to investigate and remove the statement from digital platforms.
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