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Wed 29 Apr 2026 12:34 pm - Jerusalem Time

Lapid launches a scathing attack on Ben Gvir: 'TikTok clown' plunged us into chaos

Opposition leader and former occupation prime minister, Yair Lapid, launched a fierce attack on National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir, describing him as a 'TikTok clown'. Lapid indicated in his statements that Ben Gvir's policies were characterized by extreme negligence, which led to internal security being in a state of confusion and instability, amid a complete absence of actual solutions on the ground.

Lapid confirmed in a post published on his official account on the 'X' platform that Ben Gvir's electoral promises regarding achieving 'good governance' and imposing order were nothing but empty slogans that resulted in the disintegration of the security system. He explained that the streets are currently witnessing unprecedented waves of violence and unrest, which reflects the minister's failure to manage his sensitive portfolio and his disregard for the dangers facing society.

Lapid's attack was not limited to Ben Gvir alone but extended to include the government coalition led by Benjamin Netanyahu, as he considered that the current government left children exposed to increasing violence without real protection. He stressed that the Israeli security system is rapidly collapsing due to the absence of vision and responsible leadership, which puts the future of internal stability in grave danger.

In conclusion of his statements, Lapid delivered a strong political message in which he pledged to work to restore security and calm if he returns to power again. He indicated that his previous experience in power proved the ability to control the situation, criticizing the complete inability shown by the current government to control the field and deal with the escalating security challenges facing the country.

Our children are left to violence, and the security system is collapsing under the leadership of a TikTok clown who offered nothing but false promises.

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Lapid launches a scathing attack on Ben Gvir: 'TikTok clown' plunged us into chaos

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