Itamar Ben Gvir

Ben Gvir’s call: Enough with the naïveté

During the Cabinet meeting, ministers voice strong opposition to opening the Rafah crossing and transferring control of Gaza to the Palestinian Authority.

New grants for Israel Police officers

Over the past two years there has been a significant rise in police compensation, including salary increases, targeted grants and the halting of cuts.

Bedouin Negev

Offender overturns vehicle during police chase, killed in crash

Vehicle suspected of transporting weapons identified by MAGEN officers. M16 rifle thrown from the vehicle during the chase. Driver killed in self‑inflicted crash. Ben Gvir backs the officers.

Ben Gvir's policy:

Anarchists attacked a shepherd, to be deported from Israel

Security forces arrest four foreign activists for attacking a shepherd near al-Mughayyir. Two of the suspects await deportation from Israel.

15 seats:

Left-wing petitions strengthen ‘Otzma Yehudit’

The strengthening of Otzma Yehudit follows the legal debate over Ben Gvir’s capability to serve as a minister, and the relevant discussions at the Supreme Court.

Ben Gvir:

Death penalty for terrorists essential for deterrence and justice

National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir renewed his call to pass legislation imposing the death penalty on terrorists, saying it is necessary to deter attacks and protect Israeli citizens and vowing to push the bill forward without delay.

Panel to be expanded

Supreme Court delays hearing on petitions against Ben Gvir

Supreme Court instructs that Thursday’s scheduled hearing on the petitions against Minister Ben Gvir be postponed and transferred to an expanded panel, as requested by the minister.

Coalition heads urge Netanyahu to ignore Supreme Court

Faction leaders sent a letter to Prime Minister Netanyahu urging him not to comply with any Supreme Court ruling ordering the dismissal of National Security Minister Ben-Gvir, calling such a move undemocratic.

Blue and White's new campaign: A government without Arabs

New Blue and White Party campaign promises a government without the Islamist Ra'am party or the right-wing Otzma Yehudit party.

Ben Gvir to Arutz Sheva

'My removal would be an unlawful coup'

Minister of National Security Itamar Ben Gvir declared at a Otzma Yehudit faction meeting that if the Supreme Court decides to remove him, it would be an "unlawful decision."

Legal authority:

Extreme left attempting to pressure Justice Sohlberg

Senior legal official says far left is pressuring Justice Noam Sohlberg to influence upcoming High Court deliberations on Minister Itamar Ben Gvir, despite no legal grounds for his ousting.

Released terrorist in tears describing Israeli prison

A terrorist released from an Israeli prison described 'great humiliation' in prison since the October 7th massacre.

Safed joins the list of towns eligible for gun licenses

Minister Ben-Gvir: "Residents have a basic right to defend themselves and their families. The gun reform proves itself every day."

Ben Gvir: The Attorney General wants a dictatorship

Minister of National Security Itamar Ben Gvir claims: "The Attorney General and the Supreme Court have no authority to dismiss ministers - if such a ruling is given, it will be blatantly illegal."

Netanyahu to Attorney General: I won't fire Ben Gvir

A heated confrontation unfolded during the Cabinet meeting on the position of the Attorney General, who wants Netanyahu to dismiss National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir.

'Endangered the force'

'Price‑tag' attack suspect shot dead in police operation

Suspect who endangered police officers shot during an arrest operation in Tarabin targeting suspects involved in recent "price-tag" attacks. Ben Gvir backs the officers.

Minister Ben-Gvir's Tweet in Farsi

Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir uploaded a post in support of the protesters in Iran. 'The Iranian people deserve to be free.'

AG to Supreme Court:

'Force Netanyahu to explain why he won't fire Ben-Gvir'

Attorney General Baharav-Miara asked the Supreme Court to issue a show-cause order requiring Netanyahu to explain why he has not removed National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir from office.

Ben-Gvir's Alligator Alcatraz

Prison Service officers visit Hamat Gader crocodile farm

IPS officers visited the Hamat Gader crocodile farm to observe and learn about crocodile keeping, to examine the possibility of creating a prison surrounded by the reptiles to keep terrorists in.

Ben-Gvir in Bedouin village:

‘Whoever isn’t normative, we will cut them down’

National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir visited the Bedouin village of Tarabin after vehicles were torched in Lehavim, vowing intensified enforcement under Operation 'New Order.'

Ben-Gvir confronts Committee for the Advancement of Women

The minister arrived unexpectedly at a hearing of the Committee for the Advancement of the Status of Women and declared that he had done more for women in a year than the committee had in three.

Knesset holds hearing on bill to sentence terrorists to death

Knesset National Security Committee discusses 'Death Penalty for Terrorists' bill, injured veteran stresses bill 'is a must.'

Ben-Gvir leads large police offensive in Tarabin

The Minister of National Security joined an operation carried out by the police in a Bedouin village in the Negev.

Arson:

Ben Gvir in Tarabin: 'We won't permit unruly behavior'

National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir visited the village of Tarabin in the Negev and was attacked with rocks. Police dispersed the demonstrations.

Heavy fines:

The Mu'ezzin Law returns

A new bill establishes a default ban on the use of public address systems in mosques, licensing requirements, extensive enforcement powers, and fines of tens of thousands of shekels.

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Ben-Gvir's weapons reform for Hesder yeshivas

National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir initiated a new task force to examine granting relaxations in personal weapons licensing to Hesder yeshiva students who do not reside or study in communities defined as eligible.

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Police applaud Ben Gvir's Comments on death penalty

The Minister of National Security spoke at a ceremony at the Police College in Beit Shemesh, and when he referred to the death penalty law for terrorists, he received thunderous applause.

Ben Gvir’s circle against Levin: Undermines the death penalty law

Otzma Yehudit claims that the restrictions proposed by Justice Minister Yariv Levin on the death penalty law for terrorists would create future loopholes preventing its implementation.

Netanyahu to Supreme Court:

'You must not interfere in ministerial appointments'

Prime Minister submits his response to petitions filed with the Supreme Court against the continued tenure of National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir. “An unconstitutional attempt to oust a government minister.”

Netanyahu:

'Safest place in the world for Jewish people is Israel'

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his wife Sara light first Hanukkah candle with Israel Police officers, family of last remaining hostage Ran Gvili. 'Safest place for Jewish people is where the government, army, & security forces will defend them.'

Ben Gvir slams AG

'Israel won't be a mafia state'

National Security Minister criticizes Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara: 'A criminal who obstructed investigations where the Supreme Court ruled she has a conflict of interest.'

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Hamas rehearsed Ben-Gvir's kidnapping before the massacre

During a final exercise held days before the October 7th massacre, Hamas's elite Nukhba unit rehearsed the kidnapping of Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir.

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Police raid Izz ad-Din al-Qassam grave complex

Law enforcement dismantled a tent that was placed over the terror figure's grave, removed illegally installed security cameras, and removed a propaganda sign designed to commemorate his legacy.

Ben Gvir

Arab MKs risk losing 'cultural heroes' with death penalty bill

National Security Minister says at Otzma Yehudit faction meeting that the death penalty for terrorists law would endanger the "cultural heroes" of MKs Tibi, Abbas, and Odeh.

Otzma Yehudit MKs arrive at Knesset wearing 'gallows' pins

MKs from the Otzma Yehudit party arrive at National Security Committee meeting on death penalty for terrorists wearing 'noose' pins to show commitment to passing bill.

Victory for Ben-Gvir

Police, Prison Service, and Fire Services budgets to increase

After extended negotiations with the Finance Ministry, the welfare tax slated to apply to police officers, prison guards, and firefighters will be canceled, budgets will be significantly expanded, and thousands of new positions will be opened.

During prison visit

Ben-Gvir to illegal migrants: 'I care for our girls'

National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir visited illegal migrants being held in a central Israel prison.

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Ben-Gvir attends birthday party for Israeli rappers

Rappers Subliminal and The Shadow held a joint birthday party attended by musicians and TV personalities. National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir surprised guests by joining the dancing and wearing the rappers' signature hat.

AG demands Netanyahu 'address' Ben-Gvir issue

Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara sent a formal letter to PM Netanyahu regarding petitions demanding the removal of National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir from office.

Ben Gvir meets family of missing Tzfat girl

National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir meets family of Hymanut Kassaou, who went missing from Tzfat, says he will examine bringing Shin Bet in to help searches.

Hungary:

Progressive Jewish groups concerned over US ambassador-designate

Progressive Jewish groups in Hungary and US warn that President Trump’s nominee for US ambassador, Ben Landa, may limit community dialogue due to his ties to Israeli far-right figures.

Almog Cohen reveals:

'Ben-Gvir hasn't spoken to me in nearly a year'

Deputy Minister Almog Cohen reveals the tension between him and his party chairman, who he claims has not even said hello to him in nearly a year.

Ben Gvir:

'Likud neglected the Negev for 30 years'

In an interview with Kan 11 News, the National Security Minister accuses the ruling party of losing control in southern Israel, following footage of an attempted robbery in Ofakim.

'The lawlessness is over'

Ben-Gvir and Bedouin citizen clash in the Negev

During a visit to Tel Sheva, an argument broke out between the National Security Minister and one of the residents, who accused him of 'looking for noise.'

Three Bedouins arrested for attacking youth councilors

Three Bedouins entered a branch of the Ezra youth movement in Be'er Sheva and attacked the councilors. They were arrested shortly thereafter.

New Prison Service unit to target violence against women

National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir today toured the Misgav Unit, which conducts real-time technological monitoring of men assessed as dangerous.

Prison Services:

'Red Cross visit would breach state security'

'Entry of Red Cross representatives into prisons carries a real risk of harming state and prison security,' says head of Intelligence at the Israeli Prison Service, Eli Cohen.

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'You're afraid this law will apply to your friends'

A stormy clash took place this morning in the Knesset National Security Committee during a discussion on a bill to impose the death penalty on terrorists. Several MKs were ejected from the hearing.

Palestinian Authority:

Ben-Gvir is inciting to murder officials

PA urges US and global powers to intervene after Ben-Gvir calls for arrest of Abbas and targeted killings if UN advances recognition of Palestinian statehood.

Ben-Gvir proposes prison for Mahmoud Abbas

The Minister of National Security attacked the UN initiative to recognize a Palestinian state and called on the Prime Minister to act against senior Palestinian Authority officials.

'We will fight for governance'

Ben Gvir visits south after gunfire from Bedouin town

Residents of Negev communities report heavy gunfire from the Bedouin town of Bir Hadaj. National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir visits community of Carmit and vows: “We won’t back down from demolishing illegal structures and will restore security.”

Ben Gvir slams former Shin Bet chief: A failure

National Security Minister sharply rebukes Ronen Bar after former Shin Bet head claims Ben Gvir's visits to the Temple Mount contributed to Hamas’s October 7 massacre.

October 7th massacre:

Ben Gvir: 'Investigate AG as well'

In a discussion on establishing a national inquiry committee, Minister Ben Gvir demanded to also investigate the Attorney General. The ministers prefer a non-political committee.

'Path To Palestinian Statehood':

Ben-Gvir and Smotrich demand action from Netanyahu

The two demanded that Netanyahu oppose the U.S. statement at the UN, which said "to begin a process that offers a pathway to Palestinian self-determination and to the establishment of a state."

Police Scandal:

Ben-Gvir opposes replacing officer under investigation

National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir is backing the senior police commissioner who was questioned by the Police Investigations Department rather than seeking to replace him.

Bedouins arrested after they threatened to murder Min. Ben-Gvir

Police arrested three Tel Sheva residents for threatening to murder Minister Ben-Gvir over demolitions; a taxi and camera were seized as the investigation continues.

Ben Gvir

'Terrorists who come to kill will only be released to hell'

Ben Gvir noted at a faction meeting that after the first reading of the death penalty for terrorists law in the plenum, the committee will begin accelerated discussions with the aim of quickly enacting the legislation.

After officers beat him:

Bereaved brother reconciles with police leadership

National Security Minister Ben‑Gvir and Police Commissioner Levy met with Dovi Yudkin after he was assaulted during a demonstration, reaffirming citizens’ right to protest and pledging accountability.

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Hebrew U ceremony interrupted by protester, one arrested

A student was arrested for disrupting Ayala Ben-Gvir’s graduation at Hebrew University by shouting at Minister Ben-Gvir. The event proceeded, and she received her degree.

'Earthquake under the Deep State'

Ben-Gvir: 'Advocate General's phone had evidence against the AG'

Minister Ben-Gvir alleged that the missing phone of former MAG Yifat Tomer-Yerushalmi contains damning evidence implicating the Attorney General in the Sde Teiman affair.