Itamar Ben Gvir

Police remove PLO flags in the north

In accordance with the policy outlined by Minister Ben Gvir to the police, PLO flags along Highway 65 near Wadi Ara were removed.

Itamar Ben-Gvir: 'Last year I saw suffering in Meron'

Police commend efforts to prepare for Lag Ba'omer in Meron, say staff took 'full responsibility' for the event.

Ben Gvir announces:

'I will come to Memorial Day ceremony in Be'er Sheva'

National Security Minister: Those who send soldiers to battle must also attend the Memorial Day ceremony.

Ben Gvir to Mayor of Tayibe:

'Your friends are voting against the weapons law'

National Security Minister tells Mayor of Arab city that the Arab MKs opposed a law meant to fight the phenomenon of illegal weapons.

Ben-Gvir: 'We will reach the killer'

National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir commented at the murder scene in Taibeh that the murder proves the need for a National Guard.

Gunshots, music, and a parade:

Arab village celebrates terrorist's late-night release

The release of Osama Almansrah was delayed until the middle of the night to prevent celebrations, but they still occurred.

Police remove Hamas banner from Temple Mount

Arabs protest as police carry out Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir's order to remove terrorist banner from holy site.

Ben-Gvir to police:

Why was Hamas incitement poster not removed from Temple Mount?

Hamas sign calling for violence over the Al Aqsa Mosque allowed to remain on Temple Mount throughout Holocaust Remembrance Day.

Decorated IDF colonel castigated for meeting Minister Ben-Gvir

Col. Avinoam Emuna met with the National Security Minister ahead of his possible appointment as the commander of the National Guard.

Ben-Gvir:

'Decision to bar Jews from Temple Mount - grave mistake'

The National Security Minister stated that the closure during the remaining days of Ramadan would create fertile ground for violence.

Netanyahu decides:

No Jewish visits to Temple Mount until end of Ramadan

Ben Gvir livid over the decision: When terrorism strikes us – we must strike back with tremendous force, not surrender to it and its whims.

Police Commissioner:

'All signs point to Tel Aviv ramming being a terrorist attack'

Kobi Shabtai on dismissal of Tel Aviv District Commander: It was part of a round of appointments that were planned in advance.

'Surrender to terrorism':

Ben Gvir warns against closing Temple Mount to Jews

Defense officials recommending that the Temple Mount be closed to Jews during the last ten days of Ramadan, as was customary in the past.

Ben-Gvir spars with Gantz, Lapid

The National Security Minister's post explaining why he remains in the government brought a rash of criticisms from the opposition leaders.

After Gaza Rocket Attacks:

Ben-Gvir calls for 'heads to roll in Gaza'

'We need to do more than bomb sand dunes.' National Security Minister calls to convene security cabinet after Gaza rocket attacks.

Police chief:

'The Arabs murder one another, that is their mentality'

Channel 12 News publishes recordings of Police Commissioner Kobi Shabtai making harsh statements against Israel's Arabs.

Ben-Gvir:

'A-G again standing in the way of establishing a National Guard'

National Security Minister says Attorney General does not understand what her role is, National Guard necessary as police are overburdened.

Government officials attend tribute evening for Israel Dog Unit

An appreciation evening for the Israel Dog unit nonprofit included ministers, police officials, and terror attack survivor David Stern.

If Ben Gvir succeeds, he will be the Arab Israelis' hero

Feared by the elitist Left, if he succeeds in deploying a National Guard, he will be a hero to farmers and Arab Israelis alike.Op-ed

What will Ben-Gvir's National Guard look like?

Cabinet set to approve formation of a National Guard under the authority of the National Security Minister on Sunday.

Op-Ed

Can Ben Gvir improve electronic monitoring bill he voted down?

The opposition electronic monitoring bill needs improvement if it is intended truly to protect women at risk. Op-ed.

Following Biden's Criticism

Ben-Gvir: Israel isn't one of the stars on the US flag

'The world needs to understand that the people here voted.' National Security Minister responds to Biden's criticism of Israeli government.

PM, Ben-Gvir agree:

Judicial reform legislation to be frozen until summer session

Netanyahu, Ben-Gvir reach agreement to freeze judicial reform bills for now to allow for negotiations on the legislation.

After Stormy Coalition Meeting

Netanyahu delays address, committee approves key reform law

National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir shouts at Netanyahu during raucous meeting, pushing back against plan to freeze judicial overhaul

Contrary to directive:

Terrorists permitted showering time of 20 minutes

Israel reportedly promises terrorist prisoners that their conditions won't be worsened in exchange for them calling off a hunger strike.

Electronic Handcuffs

Ben Gvir tables his proposal for electronic cuffs

Ben Gvir's bill requires judges to request a risk assessment for a man, before deciding to shackle him.

Ben-Gvir's instructions to police in mixed cities for Ramadan

National Security Minister orders police commissioner to increase police manpower in mixed Jewish-Arab cities to prepare for Ramadan.

Ben-Gvir orders closure of Voice of Palestine radio

Accusing the station of incitement to violence and support for terrorism, National Security Minister orders closure of Voice of Palestine

Ahead of Ramadan:

Government recognizes firework packs as explosive devices

According to Ministers Ben-Tzur and Ben-Gvir move is meant to give security forces tools to fight terror.

Supreme Court: Ben-Gvir can't order police at demonstrations

Justice Yitzhak Amit rejects petition against National Security Minister, bars him from ordering police during specific events.

Ben-Gvir:

'Synagogue demonstrators wouldn't behave that way at a mosque'

Minister responds to anti-government demonstrators who disturbed Shabbat prayers with loudspeakers and airhorns during his visit.

Protesters riot near synagogue where Ben-Gvir prayed

Dozens of protesters gathered in Kfar Uria, where National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir spent the weekend.

Ben-Gvir outraged at police policy during Ramadan

The National Security Minister held a tense meeting with senior police officials, during which he denounced policies for the holiday.

Ben-Gvir demands govt. fire the Attorney General

National Security Minister accuses A-G of allowing the previous govt. to get away with illegal acts while obstructing the current govt.

Attorney General to Ben Gvir:

'Refrain from giving operative instructions to the police'

Attorney General publishes position on petitions filed with the Supreme Court.

Commissioner blasts Ben Gvir:

'He is driving the system crazy'

Israel Police Commissioner: National Security Minister is trying to be Commissioner but he has no idea what he's doing.

Police commissioner forbids officers from speaking with Ben-Gvir

Commissioner Shabtai tells police chiefs to direct Ben-Gvir to his office if minister or his staff attempt to contact them.

Channel 13 News poll

40% of the public: No to firing Ben Gvir

58% of Yesh Atid voters support joining the government, 66% of National Unity voters support a similar move by Gantz.

Officer who used grenade on protesters summoned to investigation

Superintendent Meir Swissa was filmed throwing a stun grenade into a crowd of protesters in Tel Aviv.

Ben-Gvir to A-G:

'I don't trust you to represent me'

National Security Minister says Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara routinely fails to speak with him before issuing opinions against him.

Senior police officials: Ben-Gvir is harming our public image

Police officials say National Security Minister 'came with good intentions, but doesn't want to learn the job.'

'Left-wing and biased'

A-G freezes dismissal of Tel Aviv District Commander

National Security Minister blasts AG Baharav-Miara after she orders to freeze removal of Tel Aviv District Commander from his position.

Judicial reform protests:

Hundreds of cars block access to Ben Gurion Airport

National Unity head Benny Gantz to A-G: 'Stop Ben-Gvir entering police control room & giving orders.'

Former police chiefs to PM:

'Fire Ben-Gvir or there will be a 3rd Intifada'

5 former Police Commissioners warn PM Netanyahu against National Security Minister's order to demolish homes during Ramadan.

Ben-Gvir: Disrupting airport off-limits to protestors

National Security Minister also says nation's main arteries must remain unblocked to allow people to reach hospitals.

Ben Gvir to INN:

'I understand the protesters but condemn the anarchists'

National Security Minister explains why he insists on calling the demonstrators against the judicial reform "anarchists".

Ben-Gvir demands home demolitions continue during Ramadan

Israel's National Security Minister orders police to continue demolishing illegal Arab homes in eastern Jerusalem during Ramadan.

Ben-Gvir: Defense Min, forgot he was elected by the right

National Security Minister responds to boycott of conversations with him by Minister Yoav Gallant.

Defense Min. threatens to stop speaking to Ben-Gvir

Minister Yoav Gallant refuses to answer Ben-Gvir's questions on administrative detention of 2 Jews ordered released by court.

Ben-Gvir at field HQ:

'The anarchists want to burn down Tel Aviv'

The National Security Minister says he does not intend to apologize for his hardline policies on unruly protesters.

Ben Gvir to Police chief:

'Ensure my policy on protesters blocking roads is enforced'

National Security Minister seeks to clarify his policy ahead of Saturday night's planned demonstrations against the judicial reform.

Death penalty for terrorists law approved in preliminary reading

Ben-Gvir says says death penalty for terrorists 'humane for our children and families.' Avigdor Liberman says PM will kill the bill.

Jerusalem Arab arrested for plot to assassinate Itamar Ben-Gvir

Suspect plotted to assassinate National Security Minister on Temple Mount during Ramadan, received funding from terrorist groups abroad.

Ben-Gvir excluded from meeting on security situation

National Security Minister promised by PM Netanyahu he will be invited to future meetings after not being invited to Sunday's meeting.

Smotrich, Ben-Gvir blamed:

'They give moral support to rioters,' claim security officials

'Events in Huwara were organized. Baruch Goldstein II was only averted by a miracle,' sources say.

Ben Gvir to police officers:

'Death penalty for terrorists law is moral and logical'

National Security Minister satisfied with approval of law in Ministerial Committee: It's necessary in order to fight terrorism.

Ben-Gvir:

'Netanyahu trying to bury death penalty for terrorists bill'

Likud seeks to remove death penalty bill from Ministerial Committee for Legislation agenda ahead of Ramadan.

Tel Aviv demonstration:

Protesters set fires, bite police officers

Hundreds of anti-judicial reform protesters marched down the Ayalon Highway. One wrote, "Bibi is a traitor" on the road.

British Foreign Secretary:

'We have no plans to engage with Ben Gvir'

British Foreign Secretary James Cleverly tells MPs the UK has "no current plans" to engage with Israel's National Security Minister.

Ben-Gvir boycotts budget meeting over police funding

National Security Minister offered billions of shekels less than he asked for to raise police salaries and add more police officers.