Probe into Former Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Barak for Incitement

SOURCE www.breitbart.com
Former Prime Minister Ehud Barak in Israel is being probed for incitement after calling for civil disobedience to force the government out in the middle of a war. He urged nonviolent civil noncompliance at a protest rally in Tel Aviv. Barak, a leader in the protest movement against judicial reforms, has been a leading opposition figure and beloved by left-wing critics abroad. The police probe is led by a far-right lawmaker in Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's cabinet.

Key Points

  • Barak urged Israelis to engage in nonviolent civil noncompliance to force the government out.
  • He is a leader in the protest movement against judicial reforms.
  • The police probe is led by a far-right lawmaker in Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's cabinet.

Pros

  • Encouraging citizens to engage in civil disobedience can bring attention to important issues.
  • Barak is advocating for nonviolent means of protest.

Cons

  • Calling for civil disobedience in the midst of a war could create further division and instability.
  • Barak's call for mass strike and government overthrow may lead to chaos.