"Avraham Zarbiv rose to prominence through videos documenting his personal campaign of destruction in Gaza, often accompanied by inflammatory rhetoric. He declares, 'You will have nothing left,' as the camera pans across a landscape of shattered buildings."
"Zarbiv's selection for the ceremony marks an official endorsement of the dehumanisation of Palestinians and systematic destruction of Palestinian life, according to the rights group B'tselem."
"Cabinet minister Miriam Regev said she chose Zarbiv for the role because of his inspirational dual leadership as a rabbi and soldier, between the book and the sword."
"The selection sends a clear message to the citizens of Israel and the entire world: in Israel, genocide, ethnic cleansing and war crimes are the spirit of the nation."
Avraham Zarbiv, an extremist rabbi recognized for razing homes in Gaza, will light a torch at Israel's independence day celebration. His selection is seen as an endorsement of genocide and dehumanization of Palestinians. Zarbiv gained notoriety through videos showcasing his destruction campaign, leading to his name becoming synonymous with destruction in Hebrew slang. Human rights group B'tselem criticized this choice, stating it sends a message that genocide and war crimes are accepted in Israel. The selection undermines Israel's defense against international accusations of genocide and incitement.
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