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Tucker Carlson Claims Israel Avoids Plus Sign Due to Christian Cross Resemblance

How 2 Israeli newsrooms covered this story — translated into English and compared side by side.

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First reported by Mako · 22 minutes ago

What happened

Tucker Carlson claimed Israeli schools avoid the plus sign because it resembles the Christian cross, urging U.S. Christians to reconsider funding Israel. His statement sparked social media debate and evidence disproving his claim. This follows Carlson's broader criticism of American support for Israel and a recent airport incident in Israel.

  • 01Tucker Carlson claimed Israeli schools avoid the plus sign due to its resemblance to the Christian cross.
  • 02He urged American Christians to reconsider U.S. financial support for Israel.
  • 03Social media users provided evidence that the plus sign is used in Israeli schools.
  • 04Carlson's remarks intensified debates on Israel, Christianity, and U.S. foreign policy.
  • 05In February, Carlson was filmed at an Israeli airport after claiming he was detained by border security.
  • 06The incident contradicted Carlson's earlier statements about being held by Israeli authorities.

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MakoCenter · Hebrew22 minutes ago
Tucker Carlson Claims Israel Avoids Plus Sign Due to Christian Cross Resemblance
N12Center · Hebrew22 minutes ago
Tucker Carlson Claims Israel Avoids Plus Sign Due to Christian Cross Resemblance

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