Sara Netanyahu Sparks Backlash Over Western Wall New Year Campaign Video
Sara Netanyahu faced public backlash after appearing in a New Year video with Border Police officers, drawing criticism over the alleged use of security forces for political campaign purposes.
Sara Netanyahu, the wife of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, has sparked widespread public and political backlash after appearing in a festive New Year video filmed inside the Western Wall tunnels in Jerusalem.
The video, which featured her accompanied by Border Police officers, drew sharp criticism on social media over allegations that security personnel were used as props for political propaganda. Critics pointed out that the footage appeared to violate directives issued by the military leadership prohibiting the use of soldiers and combat personnel in political campaigns.
Prominent journalists and public figures condemned the incident, highlighting broader concerns regarding the involvement of individuals without official state authority in government-backed media productions. The controversy follows a series of recent legal and public challenges involving Sara Netanyahu, including a defamation lawsuit filed against her and ongoing scrutiny regarding state-funded security arrangements.
