Right-wing activist Roi Star communicated in a WhatsApp group about his intention to financially incentivize activists who would stage protests against Barak Cohen, a fellow activist and lawyer. Star expressed his desire to 'exhaust' Cohen and those connected to him, suggesting that a well-organized team could react quickly and consistently to create constant pressure through protests and filming.

In a discussion with Haaretz, Star claimed that his comments were not serious and were merely a tactic to identify leaks within the group. Despite this, there were no removals from the group, implying that either his initial claims were genuine or the group did not take his protest scheme seriously. This raises questions about the dynamics within activist communities and the lengths to which individuals will go to challenge opposing views.

The situation illustrates the increasingly aggressive tactics being employed in political activism in Israel, particularly amid the highly charged atmosphere surrounding various protests and movements. Star's comments can be seen as part of a broader trend where financial incentives are used to mobilize support, which could have both empowering and disturbing implications for civil discourse.