The Israeli advocate and Arab-Israeli journalist, Yoseph Haddad, has taken on a role that seems to rival even those within the government in recent weeks. Many Israelis now propose he should be bestowed with the title of 'Israel’s Information Minister' for his tireless efforts. Haddad has brought to light the harrowing events that transpired on the morning of Saturday, October 7, and has done so while addressing the Arab population in their native tongue, elucidating the implications of Hamas' unexpected attack.
During a broadcast on Israeli Channel 12 News, Haddad gazed into the camera and began speaking in Arabic, directly addressing Hamas. He asked, "Hamas, let's converse in Arabic. Do you wish to persist in this manner? Then persist. Israel will triumph, the Israeli people will prevail. It's crucial to comprehend that the Arabs of Israel are not aligned with you - this must be crystal clear. You represent terrorism; you are ISIS-Hamas, and this is the name the entire world associates with you."
حماس، انتم بالطريق لجهنم! pic.twitter.com/eTkyKRJeYC
— יוסף חדאד - Yoseph Haddad (@YosephHaddad) October 24, 2023
Haddad passionately continued, saying, "This is the message, not just from me, but from everyone here. Long live Israel, long live the Israeli people, long live the State of Israel, and we will confront you steadfastly." A few days prior to this, Haddad shared a video from his visit to Tel Aviv University, where he reprimanded students waving Palestinian flags, questioning, "Why are you studying at Tel Aviv University? Go to Jenin! Study in Jenin!" These two clips quickly went viral on social media platforms, amassing millions of views and sparking thousands of comments from both Israeli and Arab individuals worldwide.
During a radio talk show on station 103FM, Haddad discussed the public's suggestion that he assume the role of an Israeli Minister. He shed light on his motivations behind his commendable actions for the State of Israel, stating, "I hope they initiate some changes in our public relations efforts because our current situation is dire. Personally, if and when the state calls upon me to take up the mantle, do you think I would hesitate? We are facing a critical situation when it comes to Israeli 'Hasbara.'"
These 2 Israeli Arabs must be given the honor to light the torches on Israel 76th Independence Day:
— Eli Dror (@edrormba) October 15, 2023
Yoseph Haddad: Israeli-Arab, originally from Nazareth. Working to bridge the gaps between Arabs and Jews in Israeli society as the CEO of Together Vouch for Eachother. Digital host… pic.twitter.com/HsUtynkScJ
He later reminisced about his time in the IDF during the Second Lebanon War, saying, "I recall when we withdrew from Lebanon, our commander told us, 'Steel yourselves. I know we are mourning our comrades now, but let's return and confront Hezbollah.'" Haddad continued, "We did indeed reenter Lebanon, and I can confidently affirm that we did not lose a single battle against those terrorists. In fact, this war ultimately led to a period of relative peace for the State of Israel. Even Nasrallah himself admitted that had he known how Israel would respond, he might have reconsidered initiating the conflict."
