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Lebanese Campaign Calls to Boycott Spider-Man Film Over Israeli Producer

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Lebanese Campaign Calls to Boycott Spider-Man Film Over Israeli Producer
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First reported by Ynet · 3 hours ago

What happened

  • 01Lebanese campaign calls to boycott Spider-Man due to Israeli producer Avi Arad's involvement.
  • 02Avi Arad is a former Israeli producer known for revitalizing Marvel superhero films.
  • 03The boycott is driven by Arad's public support for Israel and political statements.
  • 04The campaign urges Lebanese audiences not to buy tickets or watch the film.
  • 05Similar boycotts in Lebanon previously banned Wonder Woman due to Israeli actress Gal Gadot.
  • 06Lebanese media linked to Hezbollah branded the boycott as opposing 'Zionist Spider-Man.'

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The same event, reported separately by each newsroom. Open a few to compare what each emphasizes — and what they leave out.

MakoCenter · Hebrew8 minutes ago
Lebanese Campaign Calls to Boycott Spider-Man Film Over Israeli Producer
N12Center · Hebrew8 minutes ago
Lebanese Campaign Calls to Boycott Spider-Man Film Over Israeli Producer
YnetCenter · Hebrew3 hours ago
Lebanese Campaign Calls to Boycott New Spider-Man Film Over Israeli Producer's Support for Israel

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