FACT CHECK: Did Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu Claim 6 Million Were Killed in a Terrorist Attack in Jaffa?
A viral post on X claims Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated in a speech that “6 million people” were killed in a terrorist attack in Jaffa.
Netanyahu claims 6 million Isrealis were killed in the attack in Jaffa.
What the? 🤔https://t.co/dSj7FGrmOP— AlphaOmegaEnergy – #1 in Change The World Charge. (@AOEvcBreakthru) October 2, 2024
Verdict: False
The post is accompanied by a fabricated transcript, which misrepresents the original speech given by Netanyahu.
Fact Check:
Hamas’ military wing has claimed responsibility for the terrorist attack that occured in Jaffa Oct. 1, according to The Wall Street Journal. The attack occurred just before an Iranian missile attack in response to Israel’s assassination of Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah, the outlet reported.
A post on X circulating a transcript claims that Netanyahu mentioned the deaths of “6 million people” in a terrorist attack in Jaffa, allegedly orchestrated by Tehran. The post implies that the prime minister exaggerated the scale of the attack and credited Israel’s air defense systems for preventing further casualties. “Netanyahu claims 6 million Isrealis were killed in the attack in Jaffa. What the,” the post’s caption reads.
The transcript is incorrect. The original speech does not contain this claim. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addressed the nation Oct. 1, discussing Iran’s missile attack on Israel, which was mostly repelled by Israel’s air defense system. He praised the IDF’s efforts, warned that Iran made a “big mistake” and would face consequences, and emphasized Israel’s commitment to retaliate against any aggressors. Netanyahu also called for global unity against Iran’s regime, reaffirming Israel’s determination to meet its war objectives, including the return of hostages.
There is a transcript of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s remarks from Oct. 1, during the start of a Security Cabinet meeting on the Israeli Government’s official website. This page provides accurate and official information on Netanyahu’s statements regarding the security situation, Iranian aggression, and the defense efforts of the Israeli military. It serves as a reliable source for verifying the content of his speeches.
This is not the first time claims about Israel and Iran have been misrepresented online. For example, Check Your Fact recently debunked a viral post that falsely claimed Israeli F-35 aircraft were shot down by Iranian defenses. These types of fabrications often aim to escalate tensions or spread misinformation in an already volatile region, highlighting the importance of fact-checking in global conflicts.
