Democrat lawmaker claims he was DETAINED by gun-wielding Israelis during trip to Middle East... but right-wingers slam him for 'staging publicity stunt'

Rep. Ro Khanna from California recounted an incident where he was detained by armed Israelis while touring the ruins of the Palestinian village of Khirbet Zanuta in the occupied West Bank, sparking a political row. His account has drawn criticism from right-wing politicians who accuse him of fabricating a publicity stunt to gain attention. This controversy underscores the ongoing tensions and differing narratives surrounding Israeli-Palestinian relations, highlighting how political figures' actions and statements can further polarize an already complex conflict.