Comedian Mihaly Schatz*, who left Russia for Israel (recognized by the Russian Federation as a foreign agent), said in an interview with the Youtube channel “George Behind the Scenes” that he is used to accusations of “switching shoes”.
“There will be opinions like that. I'm completely used to them during this time,” the comedian shared, responding to the host's comments about Schatz's sympathy for Israelis.
He spoke about his life in Israel, noting that he is proud to belong to this country, as Jews have many positive qualities.
Schatz talks about the sadness of migration
On January 12, Schatz said that during the Soviet period, his family refused to emigrate to Israel, which made him happy. Schatz said that in 1967, his relatives discussed the possibility of moving to Israel. However, his father, Grigory Shats, decided not to leave the Soviet Union, explaining that he was a Soviet communist.
Previously, Schatz admitted that his departure from Russia could be called an “emotional flight”. He declared that he could not be in the Russian Federation, as it was “completely contrary to his views”. The TV presenter noted that he does not regret his emigration and considers Israel his homeland, which he is familiar with.
Previously it was reported that at the concert of Morgenstern* (recognized as a foreign agent in the Russian Federation) (recognized as a foreign agent in the Russian Federation) the Ukrainian flag was taken away.
*recognized as a foreign agent in the Russian Federation.
