Naples – The episode of the two Israeli tourists turned away from the Taverna Santa Chiara because of their nationality continues to be a topic of discussion, dividing public opinion and city politics.
The Five Star Movement stands with restaurateur Nives Monda, whom they say is the victim of "violent and unacceptable attacks." "We have always denounced Netanyahu's criminal policies," says Gilda Sportiello, MP and coordinator of the Five Star Movement in Naples.
On the other hand, Forza Italia firmly condemns the gesture.Napoli It's a welcoming city, anti-Semitism has no place here", says Iris Savastano, city councilor, announcing a motion against all forms of hatred.
The Democratic Party also weighed in, reiterating the need for a "ceasefire in Gaza and the release of hostages," but condemning any discrimination: "Contesting Israel does not mean attacking Jews."
The city questions itself
In bars and on the streets, Neapolitans argue.
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However, there are those who defend the restaurateur, like Enzo: "She expressed her opinion without violence." Others, like Gabriele, 28, wrote on Instagram: "Zionists out of the restaurant."
The prosecutor's office is evaluating whether there are grounds for criminal prosecution, while the owner of the venue reports online threats. In the meantime, Neapolitan cultural associations have invited the two tourists to dinner as a symbolic compensation.
Naples looks in the mirror and asks itself: "What kind of city do we want to be when the world looks at us?"
Comments (1)
The episode is very complex, there are many different opinions on this situation. Some say that the restaurateur did the right thing, but others think that there should be no discrimination based on nationality. It is important to discuss this.