Eisenkot's sign in Cyprus, and the storm: "Shows how many Israelis are here"
A huge election sign of the chairman of the "Yesh" party, Gadi Eisenkot, placed next to a highway in Cyprus, sparked a public storm in the country. The debate over the very existence of Israeli…
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A giant campaign sign for Israeli politician Gadi Eisenkot placed along a highway in Cyprus has provoked a public uproar, with the controversy over foreign election advertising turning into hostility toward Israelis. Some residents argue the sign itself demonstrates how many Israelis live on the island. The episode underscores the friction surrounding Israeli political activity and presence in Cyprus.