The group is known for its radical far-right ideology, which promotes the expulsion of Arabs from Israel and the establishment of a Jewish theocratic state.
Rabbi Meir Kahane, an American-born Jewish extremist, founded Kahane Chai to promote his extremist vision for Israel. Kahane advocated for the immediate annexation of the West Bank and Gaza Strip, the expulsion of Arabs from these territories, and the establishment of a theocratic state governed by Jewish religious law.
Kahane Chai has been associated with a series of violent and extremist acts over the years. The group has been responsible for attacks on Palestinian civilians, arson, and other acts of terrorism. Its activities have been widely condemned both in Israel and internationally.
In 1994, the Israeli government declared Kahane Chai a terrorist organization, leading to the arrest and detention of several of its members. The decision was made in response to a deadly attack on the Tomb of the Patriarchs in Hebron, where a Kahane Chai member opened fire on Muslim worshippers, killing 29 and injuring over 100.
Despite being outlawed, Kahane Chai's extremist ideology continues to influence some far-right elements within Israeli society. The group has been banned from participating in Israeli elections, but individuals associated with its ideology have occasionally been elected to the Israeli Knesset through other political parties.
Kahane Chai (Kach) is a radical Israeli political movement founded on an extremist and divisive ideology. While the group has been designated a terrorist organization by the Israeli government and its activities have been widely condemned, its far-right ideas continue to influence some segments of Israeli society. The Israeli government remains vigilant in monitoring and taking action against individuals and groups that promote extremist ideologies and engage in violence. In a region fraught with political and religious tensions, the presence of such movements serves as a reminder of the challenges of promoting peace, coexistence, and tolerance within Israeli society.