McDonald’s Alonyal Takeover: Israeli Franchise Drama Unfolds
Tel Aviv, Israel – McDonald’s recent decision to take over ownership of its branches in Israel has stirred controversy surrounding the franchise company Alonyal and its chief executive Omri Padan. The fast-food giant will repurchase all its Israeli restaurants after facing a decline in global sales due to a boycott stemming from accusations of supporting Israel during its conflict with Hamas in Gaza. Criticism of McDonald’s arose when Mr. Padan offered free meals to Israeli …