DR ‹ › Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's spokesperson, Ziv Agmon, announced his resignation on Wednesday following the leak of racist remarks targeting lawmakers of Moroccan origin. According to Israeli media, Agmon referred to Likud MKs of Moroccan descent as «baboons» and described one as a «retarded Moroccan». In his resignation statement, Agmon denied any racist intent, calling the accusations «ridiculous» and arguing that he himself has Moroccan roots. He also said the comments, taken from private conversations, were «taken out of context», while expressing regret over the controversy. The remarks sparked widespread condemnation across Israel's political spectrum, with several lawmakers calling for his dismissal.
