Netanyahu’s Son Cancels Wedding Again Due to War:Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu faces intense criticism after citing his son’s postponed wedding as a “personal cost of war” amid Israel’s deadly conflict with Iran. As casualties rise and hostages remain in Gaza, many accuse Netanyahu of being tone-deaf and self-centered, sparking widespread backlash from citizens and political leaders alike.
Netanyahu’s Son Cancels Wedding Again Due to War
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is once again facing growing backlash at home, as his recent comments have sparked outrage across the country. During a visit to Soroka Hospital in Be’er Sheva on June 19th, just hours after the hospital was struck by an Iranian missile,
Netanyahu made remarks that many are calling tone-deaf and self-centered. Speaking to reporters outside the hospital, the prime minister attempted to draw a comparison between Israel’s current war with Iran and Britain’s resilience during the Blitz in World War II. However, what followed ignited a firestorm of criticism.
“Each of us bears a personal cost and my family is no exception,” Netanyahu stated. “This is the second time my son, Aar, has had to cancel his wedding because of missile threats. It’s a personal cost for his fiancée as well, and I must say, my dear wife is a hero. She too bears a personal cost.”
Netanyahu’s comments quickly caught the attention of the public and went viral online. Many Israelis accused him of being emotionally detached from the harsh realities of war that ordinary citizens are enduring. Critics argued that while many families are suffering unimaginable losses, Netanyahu appeared more concerned with his family’s postponed wedding plans.
Among the most vocal critics was Anata grest, whose son has been held hostage in Gaza since the Hamas attack in October 2023. She expressed her anger in a post on X, stating, “Have been in the hellish dungeons of Gaza for 622 days now.” Her words resonated with many Israelis who feel that their pain and suffering are being overshadowed by the prime minister’s personal narrative.
Democratic Knesset member Gillard Kariv also condemned Netanyahu, calling him a “borderless narcissist.” Kariv mocked Netanyahu’s praise of his wife, emphasizing that, “The real heroes are the doctors who leave home for night shifts and the teachers who keep our children together through Zoom and phone calls.”
The controversy comes amid a dramatic escalation in the conflict between Israel and Iran. On June 13th, Israel launched a massive strike on Iran, triggering a deadly exchange of attacks. Since then, more than 650 people have been killed in Israeli attacks on Iran, while Iranian strikes have claimed the lives of 24 people in Israel.
As the war rages on and casualties continue to mount, Netanyahu’s remarks have only deepened the divide within Israeli society. Many citizens are demanding more empathetic leadership that acknowledges the collective suffering of the nation, rather than focusing on personal inconveniences.
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