Philippine police arrested Israeli traveler Noam Shimon Rosenberg, 37, and American man Kent Scott Lee, 54, after a confrontation at Ninoy Aquino International Airport. Lee allegedly called Rosenberg a 'baby killer' and said 'too bad Hitler didn't finish the job,' according to local reports. Both were taken for medical evaluation and the case was referred to prosecutors in Pasay City. Lee disputes the account, claiming Rosenberg initiated the clash.
The confrontation at Manila's Ninoy Aquino International Airport escalated Saturday evening with the arrest of both men. Israeli Noam Shimon Rosenberg, 37, and American Kent Scott Lee, 54, were taken into custody after a physical altercation that Lee allegedly sparked with antisemitic remarks. According to Philippine media reports, Lee called Rosenberg a 'baby killer' and said 'too bad Hitler didn't finish the job.' Video shows the two grappling on the floor before being separated.
Earlier Saturday, The Zioneer reported on the initial confrontation. The new development confirms both men were arrested and that the case has been referred to prosecutors in Pasay City for further proceedings. Lee reportedly disputes the account, claiming Rosenberg initiated the violence.
The incident follows a similar episode days earlier, when an Israeli reservist was attacked in the Philippines by a Spanish tourist who made identical 'baby killer' accusations. The recurrences highlight a pattern of Israeli travelers being targeted abroad amid the ongoing war. No charges have been filed yet; the investigation is ongoing.
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