Peace Now: ‘Exterminate MK Sukkot’

In an online post, Professor Amiram Goldblum, Professor Emeritus in the Department of Natural Materials at the Faculty of Medicine of the Hebrew University of Jerusalem and one of the founders of Peace Now, expressed strong criticism towards MK Zvi Sukkot from the Religious Zionism party. Goldblum’s remarks were highly condemnatory, stating, “Zvi Sukkot is an adversary of the nation who should be eliminated. He is not a brother or relative, but a follower of Meir Kahane, a despicable individual, and a supporter of the genocidal agenda of Religious Zionism towards Palestinians.”

Continuing his critique, Goldblum went on to claim, “He serves as proof that there is no distinction between the criminals and terrorists of Otzma Yehudit and Religious Zionism, two repugnant factions. The primary accomplishment of this pitiful person, along with the rising Hilltop Youth, resembling young Smotriches, is the perpetration of violent and abhorrent acts, echoing his own racist beliefs, against Palestinians. I stand with the Palestinians against this villain, and I hope that measures are taken to eliminate him and those like him.”

In response, MK Sukkot expressed his perspective, stating, “Criticism is permissible, but incitement is strictly forbidden. The recent surge in incitement we have witnessed on social media platforms is beyond acceptable boundaries. It begins with protest leaders urging people to engage in civil war and extends to calls for harm against members of the Knesset.”

He further emphasized, “There is absolutely no correlation between Goldblum’s statements and reality. I appeal to the entire political spectrum to cease incitement immediately. We can engage in debates, engage in dialogue, and deliberate on issues, but we must refrain from incitement.”

{Matzav.com Israel}