A heated exchange erupted on the platform X between British broadcaster Piers Morgan and Yair Netanyahu, the son of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. The clash escalated into a war of words filled with personal and political accusations, drawing widespread engagement from users.
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Interview request sparks unexpected backlash
The confrontation began when Morgan, host of Piers Morgan Uncensored, asked Yair Netanyahu to help arrange a televised interview with his father following the October 7, 2023, attacks.
However, instead of a positive response, Yair launched a counterattack, accusing Morgan of "promoting extremist rhetoric" and "overlooking antisemitism."
Explosive remarks and provocative comparisons
In a surprising escalation, Yair likened Morgan’s show to a “Nazi version of the Jerry Springer Show,” accusing him of bias against Israel and of hosting “voices supportive of terrorism,” as he put it.
Morgan immediately responded, inviting Yair onto the program to defend his views, calling him “mentally unbalanced.”
Accusations grow: from ‘cowardice’ to the ‘Holocaust’
Yair declined the invitation, accusing Morgan of silencing pro-Israel voices and referencing a previous incident involving legal expert Natasha Hausdorff.
In response, Morgan mocked Yair for “dodging” the confrontation and labeled him a “coward.”
The dispute intensified when Yair accused the West of “historic complicity” during the Holocaust and linked current criticism of Israel to what he called “Britain’s colonial legacy.”
Widespread reaction and criticism of Yair
The clash generated thousands of interactions and comments, with many users sharply criticizing Yair Netanyahu—accusing him of avoiding military service and living a luxurious life in Florida while Israel faces growing security challenges.
Two controversial figures
Yair Netanyahu is known for his outspoken comments and fierce defense of his father, often stirring controversy on social media.
Piers Morgan, meanwhile, is famous for his provocative style and for hosting guests from across the political spectrum—making him a controversial figure in his own right.
