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Bennett Condemns Intimidation of Journalist Aharish in Israel

2/24/2026

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Naftali Bennett, former prime minister of Israel, condemned threats against Lucy Aharish, Arab Israeli journalist, as a breach of democracy.
He criticized Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's government for encouraging intimidation, warning journalists not to fear criticizing the government.
Right-wing activists Mordechai David and Rami Ben Yehuda were detained for trespassing after attempting to intimidate Aharish at her Tel Aviv home, a move linked to her comments on crime in communities.

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Naftali Bennett, former prime minister of Israel, condemned threats against Lucy Aharish, Arab Israeli journalist, as a breach of democracy.
He criticized Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's government for encouraging intimidation, warning journalists not to fear criticizing the government.
Right-wing activists Mordechai David and Rami Ben Yehuda were detained for trespassing after attempting to intimidate Aharish at her Tel Aviv home, a move linked to her comments on crime in communities.