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Democrats Chairman Yair Golan Criticizes Eli Pre-Military Academy, Sparking Controversy

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By יערה זרד

First reported by Arutz Sheva · Aug 2, 2026

What happened

Yair Golan, leader of Israel's Democratic Party, criticized the Eli pre-military academy using old rabbinical quotes, sparking backlash for attacking a respected institution that has lost 19 members in war. Supporters condemned his campaign as extreme and harmful to Zionist and military values.

  • 01Yair Golan launched a campaign against the Eli pre-military academy using decade-old rabbinical quotes.
  • 02Eli academy has lost 19 members in recent conflicts, highlighting its military contribution.
  • 03Critics accuse Golan of attacking a key Zionist institution and settlers in the West Bank.
  • 04Golan's Democratic Party is accused of undermining national roots while claiming to support democracy.
  • 05The campaign is part of a broader political conflict involving major Israeli political figures.
  • 06The controversy raises questions about Zionist values and the role of pre-military academies.

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In this story
People
Naftali BennettYair LapidYair Golan
OrganizationsDemocratic Party, IDF, Eli pre-military academy
PlacesEli, West Bank

Full coverage · 2 outlets

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

Now 14Right · HebrewAug 2, 2026
Democrats Chairman Yair Golan Criticizes Eli Pre-Military Academy, Sparking Controversy
Arutz ShevaRight · HebrewAug 2, 2026
Moria Asraf Condemns Yair Golan's Remarks as Anti-Democratic and Politically Harmful

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