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world5 months ago

Israeli Minister's Taunt of Palestinian Leader Sparks Outrage

Israeli national security minister Itamar Ben-Gvir posted a video taunting jailed Palestinian leader Marwan Barghouti, prompting condemnation from Palestinian officials. The clip shows Ben-Gvir making threatening remarks to Barghouti during a prison visit, amid ongoing tensions and policies affecting Palestinian prisoners. The incident has heightened tensions and drawn criticism from Palestinian authorities, highlighting the ongoing Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

via The Guardian|
#israel#itamar-ben-gvir#marwan-barghouti
world5 months ago

Israeli Minister's Prayer at Al-Aqsa Sparks Controversy

Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir caused controversy by leading a prayer at the Al Aqsa Mosque compound in Jerusalem, violating longstanding agreements that restrict Jewish worship at the site, prompting condemnation from Palestinian, Jordanian, and Saudi authorities, amid ongoing tensions over Jerusalem's status and Israeli policies.

via CNN|
#al-aqsa-mosque#holy-site-controversy#israeli-palestinian-conflict
world7 months ago

ICC Prosecutor Prepared Warrants for Israeli Politicians Amid Ongoing Investigations

ICC prosecutor Karim Khan reportedly planned to seek arrest warrants for Israeli ministers Itamar Ben-Gvir and Bezalel Smotrich over settlement expansion in the West Bank, but these plans were made before Khan went on leave amid sexual assault allegations against him. The case could escalate tensions between the ICC and Israel, with decisions pending by Khan's deputies.

via The Jerusalem Post|
#arrest-warrants#bezalel-smotrich#icc
international-news1 year ago

Tensions Rise as Israeli Nationalists March Through Jerusalem

Thousands of ultranationalist Israelis marched through a sensitive Palestinian area of Jerusalem, chanting racist slogans, as far-right national security minister Itamar Ben-Gvir boasted of Jewish prayer at a key holy site, violating long-standing agreements. The march, seen as provocative by Palestinians, heightened tensions amid the ongoing Israel-Hamas war in Gaza. The event commemorates "Jerusalem Day," marking Israel's capture of east Jerusalem in 1967, and has historically been a flashpoint for violence.

via The Associated Press|
#international-news#israel#israeli-palestinian-conflict
israel-news1 year ago

Clashes Erupt Between Israeli Police and Ultra-Orthodox Pilgrims at Mount Meron

Israel's National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir bypassed the police commissioner and directly ordered the Border Police chief to suspend officers involved in a clash with ultra-Orthodox worshippers at Mount Meron, violating a High Court ruling that restricts the minister from issuing direct instructions to the police. The police commissioner has referred the matter to the attorney general amid escalating tensions.

via Haaretz|
#border-police#high-court#israel-news
politics1 year ago

"Far-right Israeli Minister Ben-Gvir Criticizes Biden and Praises Trump's Support for Israel"

Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir criticizes US President Joe Biden for providing aid to Gaza instead of backing Israel, prompting condemnation from Israeli politicians. Ben-Gvir's growing political influence and advocacy for Jewish settlement in Gaza have caused tensions within the government, with opposition leaders calling for his dismissal. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, however, asserts Israel's sovereignty and ability to navigate its relations with the US, emphasizing the importance of balanced decision-making.

via The Jerusalem Post|
#gaza-aid#israel#itamar-ben-gvir
politics1 year ago

"Netanyahu and Far-Right Minister Clash Over Israel-US Relations"

Israeli politicians, including opposition leaders Benny Gantz and Yair Lapid, criticized National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir for his comments to The Wall Street Journal suggesting that former US President Donald Trump would have been more beneficial to Israel in its conflict with Hamas. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu emphasized the importance of navigating Israel's relations with the US while standing by national interests and dismissed the need for help in doing so. The backlash against Ben-Gvir's remarks reflects divisions within the Israeli government over its approach to US relations and the ongoing conflict.

via The Jerusalem Post|
#benjamin-netanyahu#israel-us-relations#israeli-politics
international-politics1 year ago

"Far-right Israeli Minister Criticizes Biden's Handling of Gaza, Suggests Trump Would Have Been More Supportive"

Israel's National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir criticized President Joe Biden's handling of the Gaza conflict in an interview with the Wall Street Journal, suggesting that if Donald Trump were in power, the U.S. approach would be different. Ben-Gvir also discussed plans for Palestinian emigration from Gaza and opposed any deal to release Israeli hostages if it involved releasing Palestinian prisoners. His comments drew criticism from Israeli politicians, with Opposition Leader Yair Lapid expressing concern about their impact on Israel's international standing. The Palestinian Foreign Ministry called for sanctions against Ben-Gvir, labeling his remarks as racist and provocative. Prime Minister Netanyahu responded by emphasizing the importance of navigating relations with the U.S. and the international community with wisdom and consideration.

via Haaretz|
#gaza#international-politics#israel
politics2 years ago

Escalating Settler Violence Threatens Israel's Moral Authority in West Bank

National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir dismissed concerns raised by the head of the Shin Bet about deadly settler violence, referring to it as "graffiti" on Palestinian property. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu quickly contradicted Ben Gvir, emphasizing the seriousness of the situation and urging security chiefs to take action. The report comes amid warnings from the Shin Bet about a potential eruption of violence in the West Bank, with an increase in settler violence and clashes with Palestinians. The US has also expressed concerns and called on Israeli authorities to prevent growing incidents of settler violence. Yesh Din rights group reported over 172 incidents of settler violence and harassment against Palestinians since October 7.

via The Times of Israel|
#benjamin-netanyahu#itamar-ben-gvir#politics
crime2 years ago

Opposition Demands Firing of Ben-Gvir Following Daylight Murder in Israel

Israel's opposition is calling for the firing of National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir after six people were killed in Arab-sector crime incidents, including a daylight murder in Haifa. The opposition blames the government for neglecting the issue of sector crime and demands immediate action to address the escalating violence. The Abraham Initiatives, a nonprofit tracking the murder rate in the sector, holds Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu responsible and calls for his intervention. Opposition leader Benny Gantz and other members criticize Ben-Gvir's actions and neglect, urging the prime minister to dismiss him.

via The Jerusalem Post|
#arab-sector-violence#crime#israel
politics2 years ago

Ben-Gvir's Controversial Actions Spark Conflict with Netanyahu over Palestinian Prisoners

Israel's National Security Minister, Itamar Ben-Gvir, has caused further turmoil by stripping Palestinian security prisoners of their rights, much to the dismay of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, his ministers, and Israel's security services. This decision adds fuel to the already complex situation in the West Bank and potentially in Gaza, highlighting the responsibility ultimately falling on Netanyahu.

via Haaretz|
#benjamin-netanyahu#israel#itamar-ben-gvir
politics2 years ago

Israeli Security Minister Ben-Gvir Faces Backlash for Clash with Supermodel Bella Hadid

Israel's far-right national security minister, Itamar Ben-Gvir, faced criticism after stating that his right to freedom of movement as a Jewish settler in the occupied West Bank outweighs the same right for Palestinians. Supermodel Bella Hadid, who is of Palestinian descent, shared Ben-Gvir's interview on Instagram, condemning the notion that one life should be valued more than another based on ethnicity. Ben-Gvir responded angrily, inviting Hadid to visit his settlement and defending his statement. Ben-Gvir, a former admirer of a banned extremist rabbi, has a history of inciting racism and supporting a terrorist organization. He now holds significant power as the national security minister in Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's government.

via Yahoo News|
#bella-hadid#human-rights#israel