Rabbi who boasts of bulldozing Palestinian homes will light torch for Israel’s national day
Summary
An Israeli rabbi named Avraham Zarbiv, known for destroying Palestinian homes in Gaza, is set to light a torch at Israel’s independence day event. Human rights organizations say this honors acts that harm Palestinian civilians and show support for harsh military actions.Key Facts
- Avraham Zarbiv is recognized for personally operating an armored bulldozer to demolish homes in Gaza.
- He will be one of 14 people honored for their contributions at Israel’s independence day celebration.
- Zarbiv’s actions and words have become well-known in Israeli social media and language, with “to Zarbiv” meaning to destroy.
- Human rights group B’tselem criticized the honor, saying it supports ethnic cleansing and war crimes.
- A government minister praised Zarbiv for his combined roles as rabbi and soldier.
- Israeli military officials said Zarbiv was not chosen by the Israeli Defense Forces and does not officially represent them.
- UN reports state that about 90% of homes in Gaza have been damaged or destroyed.
- Zarbiv’s own house is on Palestinian land and under a demolition order that has not been enforced.
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