The claim
“Avraham Zarbiv is scheduled to light a torch at Israel’s Independence Day celebration on the upcoming Tuesday.”
Our verdict
True
The claim is supported by both Guardian and Times of Israel articles, which state that Avraham Zarbiv will light a torch at Israel’s Independence Day ceremony.
What we found
No contradictory evidence was found in the provided sources.
The evidence
3 sources, all background: none settles the claim either way.
- Background
The Guardian article states that an extremist rabbi known for razing civilian homes in Gaza will light a torch at Israel’s independence day celebration on Tuesday.
theguardian.com· Guardian report confirms torch lighting - Background
Times of Israel article says reservist rabbi who called to 'flatten' Gaza will be honored at state Independence Day event.
timesofisrael.com· Times of Israel report confirms honor - Background
Zarbiv was selected among 14 individuals for extraordinary contribution; the decision has been criticized by human rights groups as endorsing genocide.
theguardian.com· Context of selection
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