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Callers urge Ann Arbor to oppose military aid to Israel; public comment includes charged allegations

Ann Arbor City Council · May 5, 2026
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Summary

Callers at the May 4 Ann Arbor City Council meeting urged the council to pass a resolution opposing military aid to Israel; one public commenter made broad allegations about Israel and Jewish people that include deeply contentious statements. Council did not act on a resolution during the meeting.

Several members of the public used reserved time at the council meeting on May 4 to press the City Council on U.S. and Israeli actions in the Middle East.

A caller identifying as Dr. Sabaibi Isfani in Tehran said: "I am calling you once again demanding that you pass the resolution that says we are against military aid to Israel." The caller framed the request…

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