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Bennett admits Americans view Israel as genocidal state killing children
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Former Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett acknowledged that the American public now associates Israel's name with genocide and the killing of children, Shehab Wire reported. Bennett, who leads the opposition Junto party, made the statement during a podcast appearance. The remarks represent a rare admission from an Israeli political figure about deteriorating international perceptions of the country.
Bennett's comments suggest deepening concern among Israeli officials over how the country is viewed abroad, particularly in the United States. The former premier did not elaborate on the circumstances prompting such views among Americans or discuss potential efforts to counter the perception.
