Last update - 18:28 02/08/2006
Arab MKs asked to inform Knesset of visits to Jewish population centers
By Yoav Stern, Haaretz Correspondent

MK Ahmed Tibi (Ra'am-Ta'al) was assigned bodyguards on Wednesday after receiving death threats by mail to his office in the Knesset.

The Israeli Arab lawmaker's personal security was tightened over the past several days. He now travels to all public places with the escort of bodyguards. He has also been asked to report his schedule to security authorities in advance.

"There has been an increase in the number of death threats I receive," Tibi said. "I hope the limitations and security will end soon."

Ahmed Tibi is a classic example of the problem facing Israel. Educated on Jewish taxpayers money and how does he pay Israel back. First he was an advisor to Yasser Arafat and now is a member of Knesset calling on Hizballah to destroy Israel.

Little wonder he has received death threats, how does Israel react to these threats we provide him body guards.