Israel’s president speaks out on growing Israeli violence and brutality
Israel's President Isaac Herzog has expressed deep concern over the increasing normalization of violence and brutality within Israeli society. He highlighted incidents of mob violence against Palestinians and the abuse of detainees, warning that such behavior is becoming mainstream. Herzog condemned extremist actions and called for a return to moral and legal norms in Israel.
- ▪Isaac Herzog warned of a 'terrible process of brutalisation' in Israeli society.
- ▪He cited examples of mob violence against Palestinians and abuse of detainees.
- ▪Herzog condemned extremist settlers in the West Bank and called for a return to moral norms.
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