Israeli TV anchor refuses to go on air over demand to apologize for racist comments

Posted Wednesday, November 4, 2026 12:40 pm

Sagi Ben-Nun (via Haaretz.com)

News anchor Ayala Hasson disparaged the opposition over polygamy among Bedouin voters, prompting public broadcaster Kan to demand an on-air apology. She refused and announced she would not host Wednesday's program

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