‘Israeli’ journalist seen posing with rifle in newsroom

• Maggie Tabibi, the evening news anchor for ‘Israel's’ right-wing Channel 14, sparked widespread online debate after a photograph of her carrying an assault rifle inside the network's office was shared by a colleague
• The photograph drew sharp criticism from observers who accused the media landscape of hypocrisy; critics argued that while Palestinian journalists are often targeted or accused of militancy for their proximity to conflict, ‘Israeli’ media figures like Tabibi can openly display military-grade weaponry without repercussions.

In a striking image that has quickly circulated online, Maggie Tabibi, the evening news anchor for Hebrew Channel 14, was photographed holding an assault rifle in what appears to be the network's office.

The photo, shared by her colleague Tamir Morag on X (formerly Twitter), carries the caption "Don't mess with her" in Hebrew, and has drawn sharp reactions on the platform.

The image shows Tabibi, dressed in a tan coat and turtleneck, standing pensively beside a desk with the rifle slung over her shoulder.

אל תתעסקו איתה. pic.twitter.com/SXdQSwgemu

— תמיר מורג Tamir Morag (@Tamir114) January 25, 2026

Morag, Channel 14's diplomatic correspondent, posted the photo and it was later reposted by the channel's official English account, @c14israel, with an English translation of the caption.

Channel 14 is known for its right-wing stance and support for former Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

Tabibi, 31, was a former contestant on ‘Israel's’ Big Brother reality show, after which she transitioned into journalism.

The photo's release comes against the backdrop of heightened security concerns in ‘Israel’, where civilian gun ownership has surged since the October 7, 2023 operation by Hamas.

Critics commented on the image to highlight perceived double standards in media portrayals of violence.

Several users accused ‘Israeli’ journalists of hypocrisy, noting that while Palestinian reporters face dangers and accusations of terrorism, figures like Tabibi can openly display weapons without repercussions.