Outrage as Israeli MP Removed for Condemning Gaza Deaths

Israeli Parliamentarian Removed for Gaza Condemnation Jerusalem, May 25, 2025 – A dramatic scene unfolded in the Israeli Knesset today as parliamentarian Ayman Odeh was forcibly removed from the podium during a heated speech. Odeh, a member of the Joint List, delivered a powerful condemnation of the ongoing conflict in Gaza, citing the deaths of thousands of civilians, including 19,000 children. He also highlighted the destruction of hospitals and universities. His speech was met with outrage and disruption from some members of the Knesset. "You are weak!" Odeh exclaimed, his voice rising in frustration. "You don't see how weak you are!" He described the devastation in Gaza, painting a picture of widespread destruction and suffering. The video of the incident quickly went viral, sparking intense debate on social media and in the international press. The removal of Odeh from the podium raises concerns about freedom of speech and the ability of opposition voices to be heard within the Israeli political system. The incident also underscores the ongoing human cost of the conflict in Gaza, a conflict that has claimed the lives of tens of thousands of civilians. The international community continues to call for a cessation of hostilities and a peaceful resolution to the crisis.