Sara Netanyahu Accused of Verbal Abuse and Degrading Treatment in Lawsuit
Sara Netanyahu, the wife of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, is currently embroiled in a legal battle initiated by a former employee, Rami Ben Hamo. The lawsuit alleges that Ben Hamo endured verbal abuse, degrading treatment, and an ethnic slur during his more than ten years of service at the prime minister's office and residence. Specifically, he claims that Sara Netanyahu referred to him as an "undeveloped Moroccan," a remark that he argues is indicative of a broader pattern of harsh treatment towards him, particularly when he failed to comply with her demands. This legal action seeks approximately £112,000 in damages, which Ben Hamo contends is warranted due to the unreasonable expectations placed upon him and the unlawful working hours he was subjected to.
In addition to the alleged ethnic slur, the lawsuit details numerous instances of what Ben Hamo describes as humiliating tasks, including the demeaning requirement to clean the soles of Sara Netanyahu's shoes with wet wipes. The mistreatment reportedly persisted even after he underwent a significant cardiac procedure, further intensifying his claim of excessive working conditions. In response to these serious allegations, the prime minister's office has categorically denied them, labeling the claims as "fake news" and attributing them to a supposed campaign against the Netanyahu family, particularly during election periods.
Ongoing Legal Issues for the Netanyahu Family
This lawsuit is not an isolated incident, as it follows a series of legal complaints by other former employees of the Netanyahu household. Just last month, another ex-employee, Yehiel Ohev-Ami, filed a lawsuit against Sara Netanyahu for over £74,000, alleging both verbal and physical abuse during his tenure, which included responsibilities for cooking and cleaning. Ohev-Ami has made similar claims of being subjected to humiliating tasks, like daily shoe cleaning, and has described instances of being physically shoved by Sara Netanyahu. He also alleges that she made derogatory comments regarding his health and intelligence, with threats of severe illness following minor mistakes.
These allegations have been met with strong denials from the prime minister's office, which maintains that Ohev-Ami was ineffective in his role and that his complaints stem from a short duration of employment. The claims raised by both Ben Hamo and Ohev-Ami are part of a troubling pattern, as three other former employees have also come forward with accusations against Sara Netanyahu, all of which have been denied. It is crucial to note that these claims remain unproven in a court of law, and the legal proceedings are ongoing.
As reported by en.hespress.com.
