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Israel Police Criticized for "Under-policing" Crime, "Over-policing" Citizens

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By https://www.zman.co.il/writer/33570/, ד"ר חוסאם אבו בכר

First reported by Ynet · Sep 2, 2026

What happened

An article criticizes the Israeli police for failing to combat crime effectively while engaging in excessive force and humiliation against Arab citizens. It calls for a shift towards professional, proportional policing and broader state policies that create opportunities and foster belonging within the Arab community.

01Israeli police are criticized for failing to combat crime while over-policing Arab citizens.
02Arab citizens feel a lack of security and experience humiliation from law enforcement.
03The article links police actions to a political climate glorifying force.
04It argues for a breach of the social contract due to the police's dual role.
05Broader policies offering education and employment opportunities are deemed essential.
06True governability involves supporting citizens, not just demonstrating power.

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