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Israeli Actress Praises Actor Ala Daka Amid Controversy Over Iran Strikes Comments
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First reported by Srugim · 3 hours ago
What happened
Israeli actor Ala Daka, criticized for opposing Israeli strikes in Tehran, stars in the film "Many Waters" alongside Lihi Kornowski, who praised him amid backlash. His comments sparked controversy but did not halt his acting career.
- 01Ala Daka criticized Israeli strikes on Tehran during Operation Roaring Lion, sparking backlash.
- 02B'Tselem and others demanded Kan suspend Daka following his controversial Facebook post.
- 03Actor Yadin Gelman strongly opposed Daka's criticism, supporting military actions.
- 04Daka currently stars in the Israeli film "Many Waters" with Lihi Kornowski.
- 05Kornowski praised Daka as a rare and talented person despite the controversy.
- 06"Many Waters" depicts a disabled woman bonding with a West Bank caregiver amid social tensions.
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