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    Controversial Rabbi Selected to Light Torch at Israel's Independence Day Sparks Outrage

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    The selection of Rabbi Avraham Zarbiv may intensify global scrutiny on Israel's policies regarding Palestinians.

    What happened

    Rabbi Avraham Zarbiv was chosen to participate in Israel's national celebration despite his controversial actions in Gaza.

    The Context

    • Zarbiv has publicly boasted about demolishing Palestinian
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    France 24 Middle East

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    France 24

    Rabbi who bulldozed Palestinian homes selected for Israel's national celebration

    Rabbi Avraham Zarbiv, known for his role in the demolition of Palestinian homes in Gaza, has been selected to light a torch during Israel's Independence Day celebrations, a decision that has sparked significant backlash from human rights advocates.

    The Guardian

    Rabbi who boasts of bulldozing Palestinian homes will light torch for Israel’s national day

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    Al Jazeera

    Rabbi accused of war crimes selected for Israel’s national celebration

    Rabbi Avraham Zarbiv has been selected to participate in Israel’s national celebration despite being accused of war crimes for filming himself demolishing Palestinian buildings in Gaza while reciting religious verses. This selection has raised signif...

    Al Jazeera

    Rabbi accused of war crimes selected for Israel’s national celebration

    Rabbi Avraham Zarbiv has been selected to participate in Israel’s national celebration despite being accused of war crimes for filming himself demolishing Palestinian buildings in Gaza while reciting religious verses. This selection has raised signif...