Public Security Ministry

Court curbs Ben-Gvir powers in major ruling

The High Court limits National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir’s authority over police conduct and appointments while rejecting suits calling for his impeachment.

Arutz Sheva Exclusive:

New policies add tens of thousands of civilian gun owners

David Weizman, deputy director at the Ministry of National Security, presents the data behind the firearms licensing reform and the strategy guiding the move in an interview with Arutz Sheva.

Revealed:

Firefighting budget rose consistently since Ben Gvir took office

Documents accessed by Israel National News - Arutz Sheva reveal that former Public Security Minister Omer Barlev, not Public Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir, put the brakes on purchasing firefighting helicopters.

In past four months:

258 Judea and Samaria women received gun licenses

258 women have received licenses to carry firearms, compared to only 12 in the same period last year. Another few hundred requests are waiting for approval by the Firearms Licensing Department.

Ben Gvir blasts opposition:

'The people are tired of terrorism, violence and bullying'

Knesset approves in preliminary reading a bill that increases the powers of the Minister of National Security.

Public Security Min. Dir:

'We're infinitely better prepared for Guardian of the Walls 2'

Public Security Ministry Director-General Tomer Lotan warns against changes to ministry in the incoming government.

Security operation on the way?

Public Security Minister hints at extended campaign in Samaria

Public Security Minister Omer Barlev says an extended operation may be necessary in light of the rise in terrorist activity.

Minister announces indictment of Arab organized crime kingpin

Public Security Minister Omer Barlev has announced the indictment of the head of the notorious Hariri organized crime family.

Amir Ohana appointed Minister of Public Security

Netanyahu appoints Amir Ohana as Minister of Public Security and MK Gadi Yevarkan as his deputy.

Public Security Minister attacked with rocks in Abu Dis

Minister Erdan's convoy caught in rock attack in PA village near J'lem. Minister not injured, but car damaged. 'He survived by a miracle.'

Aryeh King: ISIS Trying to Make Inroads in Jerusalem

Jerusalem City Council member Aryeh King said that worldwide terror organizations like ISIS are trying to establish themselves in Israel.

Aharonovich: Proud That Lag B'Omer Was My Last 'Mission'

For Yitzhak Aharonovich, the journey to Meron Wednesday night - his last in an official capacity - was a very emotional one.

Statistics: Israelis Feel Secure, But Don't Trust Police

The majority of Israelis feel comfortable walking alone at night, but do not trust - or are dissatisfied with - police.

Ayelet Shaked: Netanyahu 'Owes' Religious Zionists

Jewish Home MK Ayelet Shaked Binyamin Netanyahu had a 'moral obligation' to her party for standing by him.

Watch: Arab Students Walk Out As Bennett Promises Tougher Policy

Dozens of Arab students stormed out of an auditorium when Bennett outlined what Ayelet Shaked would do with the Public Security portfolio.

Report: Last Year Alone Crime Cost Israel 14.5 Billion Shekel

Crime may not pay, but it costs – and for Israel, the price of crime over the past decade has been NIS 177 billion ($51 billion).

The Cost of Crime in Israel

Crime cost the State of Israel billions of shekels last year – but it was less expensive than in 2010.