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Jonathan Orich Releases New Video Amid Backlash Over Netanyahu Campaign Clip

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First reported by Srugim · Jul 20, 2026

What happened

Jonathan Orich issued a revised video replacing a male figure with a female one after backlash over a Netanyahu campaign clip perceived as resembling Gadi Eizenkot's late son. The original AI-generated video showed Eizenkot embracing Ra'am leader Mansour Abbas, prompting criticism and denials from Likud. Orich's new video aimed to dispel doubts amid ongoing debate.

01Jonathan Orich released a new video replacing a male figure with a female one amid controversy.
02The original video showed Gadi Eizenkot running to embrace Ra'am leader Mansour Abbas.
03Social media users claimed a character resembled Eizenkot's late son, Gal, sparking backlash.
04Likud denied any connection between the figure and Gal Eizenkot, calling accusations "spin."
05Orich said the new video was "to remove all doubt" following the uproar.
06TV critic Einav Schiff noted the resemblance to Gal Eizenkot was unintentional but understandable.

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