Haredi MKs clash with attorney general at Knesset committee; accuse her of 'starving children'

A heated dispute erupted at the Knesset Arrangements Committee, where haredi lawmakers confronted Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara, accusing her of 'starving children'. The remarks came during a session on an MK's request for parliamentary immunity from criminal prosecution, which the opposition denounced. The attorney general left the meeting.

3 developments

1. 11:45 · 9 JunLatest

   Haredi MKs accused the Attorney General of 'starving children' during the session.

2. 11:15 · 9 Jun

   The Attorney General left the session following verbal attacks by MKs.

3. 11:14 · 9 Jun

   Shas MKs clash with AG during Knesset committee, storm out

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