The Yad Labanim organization, which helps bereaved military families and perpetuates the memory of soldiers killed in action, is requesting that Ramat Hasharon Mayor Avi Gruber move a Shabatarbut cultural event with the participation of Member of Knesset Ahmad Tibi from the Joint List of predominantly Arab parties from the Yad Labanim House to the nearby Eshkol Pais.
A letter sent by the organization states that "Ahmad Tibi's statements hurt some of the bereaved families," who asked for the relocation. It added, "We must try to avoid any unjustified harm to the bereaved families who are sensitive to Tibi's statements on IDF soldiers in recent years, and to Tibi's own dignity and to avoid provocations on the spot." MK Tibi's office said in response, "The panel's goal: to hear and make heard [opinions] to bridge gaps and reduce prejudice."