Israeli politician Moshe Redman, one of the most prominent participants in previous protests against judicial amendments and the government of Benjamin Netanyahu, launched a sharp attack on Sarah Netanyahu, the wife of the Israeli Prime Minister, and his son Yair, against the backdrop of the controversy over security protection allocated to political and public figures.
Redman, who was recently elected in ninth place on the list of the opposition Democratic Party to the Knesset, wrote on the “X” platform, harsh statements against Sarah Netanyahu, describing her as a “violent and racist alcoholic.” He also accused her of being a “convicted criminal,” criticizing her obtaining security protection from the Israeli General Security Agency, “Shin Bet.”
Redman pointed to the conviction of Sarah Netanyahu in 2019, as part of a plea deal against the backdrop of a case related to intentionally exploiting another person’s mistake and illegally receiving benefits, as she admitted to the facts of an amended indictment as part of the judicial agreement.
Redman also directed sharp criticism at Yair Netanyahu, describing him in insulting terms and accusing him of not working and spreading “poison,” as part of his attack on what he sees as a disparity in dealing with security protection requests for public figures.
Redman’s statements came in conjunction with the controversy raised by former Israeli Chief of Staff Gadi Eisenkot regarding the refusal to provide him with security protection, despite raising concerns related to his personal safety.
Redman wrote that Eisenkot “does not receive protection despite the threats to his life,” questioning the reasons for not providing protection to someone who, he said, held the position of chief of staff, lost one of his sons, and is running in the political race as a candidate for the position of prime minister.
He added that Israel in 2026 is “wasting its time trying to preserve its image,” referring to his objection to the way the security protection file is managed.
These statements come in light of a public debate within Israel regarding the standards for granting security protection to candidates and political figures, especially with the approaching general elections scheduled for October 27, and the additional security measures accompanying the electoral process to protect candidates and prominent figures.
The issue of protection came to the fore after Israeli reports stated that the head of the Shin Bet General Security Service, David Zinni, refused to provide special security protection for Eisenkot, after the agency concluded that there was no information indicating a specific plan targeting him.
The file of protecting political figures is the responsibility of the Israeli security services, which determine the level of protection according to periodic assessments of threats and risks, while the importance of these measures usually increases during electoral periods due to the intensity of the movements of candidates and public events.
Redman’s statements remain within the framework of a declared political and personal position, and the data circulating about them did not include independent information proving the validity of the personal accusations he directed against Sarah Netanyahu or Yair Netanyahu.
