EXCLUSIVE: Tommy Robinson touches down in Israel for historic visit

Rebel News reporter Avi Yemini catches up with Tommy as he lands in Israel for the first time since 2016.

UK free speech activist Tommy Robinson has arrived in Israel after receiving an official invitation extended by Amichai Chikli, Israel's Minister for Diaspora Affairs, to visit the country.

Chikli praised Robinson as a “courageous leader on the front line against radical Islam” and invited him to visit following a terror attack at a Manchester synagogue.

Tommy landed in Tel Aviv this week, marking his first trip to Israel in years, and his visit has already sparked interest and controversy in equal measure. Speaking exclusively with me shortly after stepping off the plane, Tommy said he was deeply honoured to be invited by a member of Israel’s parliament.

"I'm hoping to show solidarity with real, strong leadership. I wish our country had a leader like Netanyahu," he said. "We have weak cowards, our government has recognized a terrorist state."

Tommy’s trip comes at a time when he remains under attack in the UK. His criticism of Islamic extremism and his long-running battles with the British establishment have earned him both fierce loyalty and fierce opposition.

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Avi Yemini

Chief Australian Correspondent

Avi Yemini is the Australia Bureau Chief for Rebel News. He's a former Israeli Defence Force marksman turned citizen journalist. Avi's most known for getting amongst the action and asking the tough questions in a way that brings a smile to your face.

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  • Wayne Currie
    commented 2025-10-15 13:17:10 -0400
    Hats off to the mayor of Panama for the gutsy gesture of apologizing to Tommy for the rude behaviour directed this way.. Love it when Avi & Tommy get together.