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Ahmad Tibi, Police Spokesman Clash Over Fatal Shooting

1/6/2026

Summary

Story summary

Ahmad Tibi (Arab-Israeli lawmaker) clashed on Channel 13 with Aryeh Doron (police spokesman) over the police's fatal shooting of Muhammad Hussein Tarabin.
Tibi accused the police of behaving like a mafia.
Doron demanded an apology and called Tibi's remarks defamatory.
The Israel Police condemned the language and threatened legal action despite parliamentary immunity.
National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir criticized Tibi, saying the police are dismantling criminal elements in Tarabin.

History

Historical Context

In 2000, Israeli police shot and killed 13 Arab citizens during protests, igniting unrest and accusations of police brutality. The Adalah organization reported that 80% of Arab citizens felt unsafe due to police actions. This historical context reflects ongoing tensions and issues of accountability between law enforcement and Arab communities in Israel, as highlighted by Ahmad Tibi's recent accusations regarding police conduct.

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Story summary

Ahmad Tibi (Arab-Israeli lawmaker) clashed on Channel 13 with Aryeh Doron (police spokesman) over the police's fatal shooting of Muhammad Hussein Tarabin.
Tibi accused the police of behaving like a mafia.
Doron demanded an apology and called Tibi's remarks defamatory.
The Israel Police condemned the language and threatened legal action despite parliamentary immunity.
National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir criticized Tibi, saying the police are dismantling criminal elements in Tarabin.

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