Netanyahu Posts Video Refuting Rumors of His Death or Injury Spread by Iranian Media
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday released a video refuting rumors circulating that he had died or been injured.
He posted the video on his Telegram account, showing him talking with an aide while drinking coffee at a cafe near Jerusalem. This video was released following rumors spread by Iranian state media claiming Netanyahu was dead or injured.
In the video, an aide asks Netanyahu, “What do you say about the rumors that you are dead?” In response, Netanyahu sarcastically used the Hebrew word for “dead,” saying, “I am crazy for coffee. Who knows? I am also crazy for my people.” Reuters, which confirmed the location and time of the video, reported that the video was verified to have been shot at the cafe outside Jerusalem by matching the interior scenes and photos there.
Since the US and Israel began attacks on Iran on February 28, Netanyahu has visited several cities, hospitals, ports, and military bases affected by Iranian missile strikes. However, media access during those visits was limited, and videos were released through his office.
Netanyahu generally does not give many interviews or hold regular press conferences with Israeli media. He held his first press conference via video link on Thursday since the war began. He used a similar style during the 12-day war between Israel and Iran previously.
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