Itamar Ben Gvir

Coalition officials:

'The rise of a left-wing govt. will be on Ben-Gvir's head'

Senior officials slam Otzma Yehudit party for boycotting Knesset votes again amid feud with Finance Minister over periphery budgets.

Netanyahu and Ben-Gvir meet, fail to patch differences

A meeting between Netanyahu and Ben-Gvir yesterday failed to resolve their disputes on government conduct.

PA to ICC:

'Issue an arrest warrant against Ben Gvir'

PA claims National Security Minister supported the targeted killing of Palestinian Arabs.

Ra'am condemns killing of Islamic Jihad leaders

Arab party and Islamic Movement accuse govt. of killing women and children at behest of Itamar Ben-Gvir.

EU cancels Europe Day celebration in Israel over Ben-Gvir

European Union snubs National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir, cancelling Europe Day event after he was selected to represent Israel.

Report:

Netanyahu trying to defuse coalition crisis with rightist ally

National Security Minister reportedly rejects overtures by Netanyahu, demanding changes before ending boycott of the government.

Ben-Gvir's demands of Netanyahu

National Security Minister demands to be included in sensitive security briefings to end Otzma Yehudit boycott of Knesset votes.

Ben-Gvir:

'This is why I boycotted the Cabinet meeting and Knesset votes'

National Security Minister: We demand govt. fulfill its commitments and act according to right-wing values.

Ben-Gvir to attend Europe Day event despite EU opposition

National Security Minister still intends to be the govt. representative at EU embassy celebration despite EU opposition to his politics.

Netanyahu at cabinet meeting:

'Since the beginning of the year we stopped over 110 terrorists'

Prime Minister Netanyahu addressed his cabinet, which was missing ministers from Otzma Yehudit, who were absent in protest.

In act of protest:

Ben Gvir considering boycott of government meeting

Source close to National Security Minister say his party will continue its protest against the "lax response in Gaza".

Netanyahu, Ben-Gvir, still not speaking

Shas party demands boycott of Knesset votes until law passes allowing MK Aryeh Deri to become minister.

Otzma Yehudit MK:

'We are being held captive by Hamas and Islamic Jihad'

MK Tzvika Foghel clarifies that his party has reached its limit in accepting the government's response to terrorism.

EU peeved over Ben-Gvir's participation in Europe Day event

National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir was chosen to represent the Israeli government at event at EU Embassy in Tel Aviv.

Ben-Gvir:

'Netanyahu is welcome to fire me'

National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir responded to Likud's reply to his criticism of the government's retaliation to rocket attacks.

After hunger striker's death:

Terrorist organization targets Ben Gvir

The Galilee Forces – The Lone Wolves” organization publishes photo of National Security Minister with rifle.

Ben-Gvir to fast track gun licenses for reservists, ex-soldiers

Minister touts plan to increase number of civilian gun licenses as counter-terror measure. Yesh Atid warns move could increase spousal abuse

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.'