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Netanyahu Photo Proposal Sparks Classroom Controversy in Israel

1/14/2026

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The Israeli Ministry of Education is considering requiring Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's photo in classrooms, alongside the Israeli flag.
The proposal has sparked debate among educators and students as elections approach.
Some educators have removed Netanyahu's photo amid calls to remove other leaders, including Opposition Leader Yair Lapid.
The Branco Weiss network of high schools will require displaying the Declaration of Independence in every classroom to promote shared values.

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The Israeli Ministry of Education is considering requiring Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's photo in classrooms, alongside the Israeli flag.
The proposal has sparked debate among educators and students as elections approach.
Some educators have removed Netanyahu's photo amid calls to remove other leaders, including Opposition Leader Yair Lapid.
The Branco Weiss network of high schools will require displaying the Declaration of Independence in every classroom to promote shared values.