Israel’s Chief Rabbi Issues Statements on Gaza and Palestinian Rights
Israel’s Chief Rabbi has denied Palestinian identity, claimed Gaza for Jews, and called for the territory’s destruction and return.
Israel’s Chief Rabbi has made a series of public statements regarding Gaza and Palestinian identity. The remarks were reported by Al Jazeera on August 22, 2026.
The religious leader stated that Palestinians do not qualify as a distinct people. He also argued that they hold no recognized rights.
The statement included a territorial claim over Gaza. The Rabbi asserted that the territory belongs to Jewish people.
The religious figure called for the area to be destroyed. He also demanded that the land be returned.
Source: Al Jazeera · https://www.aljazeera.com/video/newsfeed/2026/8/22/08-22-26-israel-rabbi-palestinians-clip?traffic_source=rss
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