[80778] The Storm Over Yair Golan's Remarks on Terrorism in Judea and Samaria

Political Storm: Yair Golan on Terrorism in Judea and Samaria

At the center of public discourse on June 2, 2026, are the remarks of Yair Golan, who stated that "the most difficult challenge for the IDF in Judea and Samaria is not Palestinian terrorism, it is the confrontation with settlers. It is Jewish terrorism." Golan's words have caused a wide stir in two prominent Telegram channels representing opposing voices on the political map.

In the channel of Yotam Zimri, which is identified with right-wing positions, the remarks were presented along with a sarcastic comment that "within a month or two, Bennett will be talking like this too." Zimri emphasizes in his post his principled opposition to the statement, while hinting at the possible seepage of this rhetoric to other political figures on the right.

On the other hand, YINONEWS - Yinon Magal, known for his position supporting Netanyahu and the right and opposing the left's approach, quoted Golan's words without adding verbal commentary, a move that emphasizes laconic documentation while illustrating the sharp ideological contrast between the two.

The quotes come on a day when the security issue in Judea and Samaria is again at the top of the public agenda, with Golan's words serving as a focal point for discussion on the definition of "terrorism" and the prioritization of security force tasks in the sector.