The confrontation unfolded during a rare Knesset address by Netanyahu, requested by 40 lawmakers to discuss the hostage crisis stemming, Hamas attacks. Netanyahu emphasized a strategy of “victory” to secure the hostages’ return, acknowledging U.S. support while stressing Israel’s need for independent capabilities. The session was marked by interruptions, with relatives of hostages present, holding photos and yellow ribbons-one even fainting from a hunger strike.

Odeh, speaking earlier, directly addressed Netanyahu, who was in attendance. He highlighted alleged Gaza casualties, stating, “There are 17,385 babies in Gaza which your system has killed, of those 825 are under the age of a year. There are 35,055 babies orphaned in Gaza. The blood of all of them will haunt you.” Odeh questioned Netanyahu’s vision, asking, “Benjamin Netanyahu, what is your vision?” and accused him of impudence amid International Criminal Court (ICC) scrutiny. He concluded by calling Netanyahu a “serial killer of peace” for three decades, impacting both Palestinians and Israelis.

The remarks drew immediate backlash. Far-right MKs shouted interruptions, and Speaker Amir Ohana ordered Odeh to step down. When Odeh refused, three ushers physically removed him from the podium. Video footage shows Odeh being dragged away while holding his notes, continuing to speak defiantly.

Odeh later recorded the remainder of his speech outside the chamber and posted it on social media, reiterating calls for peace, security, and justice for Arabs in the occupied territories. He declared, “The vision for life shall be triumphant upon the vision of blood that you hold.”