Itamar Ben Gvir

Hamas:

'Israel is escalating the religious war'

A senior Hamas official claims that Ben Gvir’s visit to the Temple Mount reflects Israel’s attempt to Judaize Jerusalem as part of the religious war it is waging.

Ben-Gvir:

Yair Golan is a traitor - why hasn't he been arrested?'

National Security Minister accuses Democrat leader of treason at Be'er Sheva conference, questions Attorney General's refusal to order arrest.

Qatar:

Ben Gvir visit to Temple Mount 'provocation to over 1b Muslims'

Qatari FM warns Israel’s actions on 'occupied Palestinian land' and in Gaza will 'escalate regional violence,' and derail two-state solution.

Ben-Gvir:

'Don’t return body of terrorist behind Tunnels Checkpoint attack'

National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir contacted Defense Minister Israel Katz demanding that he not return the body of Muhammad Abu Ahmad, who carried out a stabbing attack at the Tunnels Checkpoint in Jerusalem.

Ben Gvir to Arutz Sheva:

'We want redemption, we fight for it, and we’re proud of it'

National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir speaks to Arutz Sheva-Israel National News from the Flag Dance in Jerusalem: "We are winning, we are all messianic."

Ben Gvir:

'Death penalty law for terrorists - this is the way of the Torah'

Minister Itamar Ben Gvir speaks at the Jerusalem Day rally at Mercaz Harav Yeshiva, comments on the importance of victory in the war against Israel’s enemies.

Ben-Gvir visits Temple Mount for Jerusalem Day

National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir ascended the Temple Mount for Jerusalem Day together with members of the Otzma Yehudit party.

The Nakba Bill:

Canadian Muslim lobby calls for sanctions on Otzma Yehudit

The National Council of Canadian Muslims is initiating a bill according to which the government will recognize the term 'racism against Palestinians' and recognize the state of Palestine.

Outrage over Gaza aid:

'Aid to Gaza - a stab in the back of soldiers'

Families of hostages, soldiers, and ministers blast the Prime Minister following his allowing of entry of aid to Gaza: "A gift to Hamas, harming the hostages and the IDF."

Ben Gvir demands:

'Stop delaying the death penalty law for terrorists'

National Security Minister appeals to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, demanding an urgent Cabinet meeting to advance the death penalty law for terrorists.

Confrontation in Beit Shemesh:

Minister Ben-Gvir and wife attacked by Neturei Karta

During a surprise stop in Beit Shemesh, National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir and his wife Ayala were confronted and attacked by members of the anti-Zionist Neturei Karta group.

Ben Gvir livid:

'Rajoub should have been arrested'

Minister Ben Gvir and other ministers express outrage over a visit by top PA official Jibril Rajoub to a relative in Israel. "He supported the October 7 massacre; why aren’t sanctions being imposed?"

Over 1,000 officers raid Rahat in major crackdown on Arab crime

Rahat mayor clashes with law enforcement agencies during major crackdown on local crime. 'We will restore sovereignty and enforce law in the face of ongoing violence and decades of neglect,' Minister Ben Gvir vows.

Ben-Gvir:

'Humanitarian aid for voluntary emmigration'

Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir declared today: 'As long as our hostages are languishing in the tunnels, there is no need to send aid to Gaza through any channel.'

Plea bargain:

Up to 5 years imprisonment for planning Ben Gvir assassination

Beersheba District Court reaches plea bargain of 3.5-5 years imprisonment in sentence against those involved in planning assassination of Minister Itamar Ben Gvir. Ben Gvir: 'Disgrace.'

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.

Ben-Gvir on Mount Herzl:

'May we merit to have the death penalty for terrorists'

Public Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir addressed a ceremony in memory of the 1666 police officers who fell in the line of duty since the foundation of the State of Israel.

Attorney General and National Security Minister reach agreement

Gali Baharav-Miara and Minister Ben-Gvir agreed that the Minister's involvement in the police will be limited, and the Attorney General will defend him against the petitions calling for his dismissal.

PA accuses Ben-Gvir of 'confrontational steps'

The Palestinian Authority criticized the Minister of National Security for his decision to ban the activities of an organization that did not receive legal approvals for six months.

Bedlam in the Capitol:

Protesters clash with Minister Ben-Gvir

Protesters confronted Israel's National Security Minister while shouting about Gaza. Ben-Gvir replied: 'The State of Israel will win.'

During Ben-Gvir's visit

Watch: Chabad hassidim clash with anti-Israel protesters

Anti-Israel protesters gathered outside the Chabad Lubavitch World Headquarters in Brooklyn to protest a speech by Israeli Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir.

Long Island synagogue cancels Ben-Gvir speaking engagement

National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir's scheduled speech at the Young Israel of Woodmere was canceled just two days in advance due to a death in the rabbi's family.

During US visit:

Pro-Palestinian protesters attack Israeli minister

Pro-Palestinian protesters attempt to attack National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir as he exits Yale speech; Ben Gvir uninjured.

Over protest against Ben Gvir

Yale revokes official status of anti-Israel organization

Yale College revokes Yalies4Palestine's status as an official student group after the organization promoted a protest against Israeli minister on campus.

Yale:

Anti-Israel encampment returns to campus exactly 1 year later

Anti-Israel protesters rebuild encampment 1 year to the day after the previous encampment, blocking and making antisemitic taunts at Jewish students to protest off-campus visit by Itamar Ben--Gvir.

Minister Ben Gvir visits Miami police station

Minister Ben Gvir, accompanied by the Miami Police Department's senior commander, learns about training processes, technology, operations at the station.

MKs denounce investigation of Rabbis

Haredi MKs denounced National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir for allowing Rabbis to be questioned about illegal construction.

Released terrorist admits:

'Before Ben-Gvir, prison was like summer camp'

A terrorist who was released in the recent hostage deal described prison before Ben-Gvir became National Security Minister: 'It was as if we were one family.'

Days before US trip:

Brooklyn event featuring Itamar Ben-Gvir cancelled

The benefit event for Chabad of Hebron that was supposed to be hosted by Beis Shmuel Chabad in Crown Heights was canceled shortly after it was announced.

Ben Gvir during Mimouna: Take out Hamas, rip them to shreds

National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir attends traditional Mimouna gatherings at a number of locations throughout Israel.

PA outraged: Ben Gvir encouraging Jewish visits to Temple Mount

PA’s foreign affairs bureau calls on the international community and the UN Security Council to take practical steps to protect Jerusalem and its holy sites.

Ben Gvir in Hebron:

'A-G and Ronen Bar are trying a targeted elimination against me'

National Security Minister speaks at Passover event in Hebron, blasts the head of the Shin Bet (Israel Security Agency) and the Attorney General.

Significant increase in Jewish visitors to the Temple Mount

First days of Passover see 30% rise in the number of Jewish visitors ascending and praying on the Temple Mount.

Ben-Gvir looks to promote officer who killed criminal gunman

National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir praised the police officer who killed a gunman during a gang battle in southern Israel.

Cabinet ministers issue joint condemnation of Supreme Court

Multiple ministers denounced the Supreme Court today for its handling of the hearing regarding the dismissal of Ronen Bar.

Ben-Gvir's chief of staff investigated by the police

The chief of staff for the Minister of National Security was investigated regarding suspicions that she obtained her handgun license illegally.

ISA official disparages Jews in Judea and Samaria

The head of the ISA's Jewish Department referred to suspects in Judea and Samaria as 'Shmucks' and referred to soldiers from the region as 'death squads' and 'Wise guys'.

AG to Supreme Court:

Delay hearing on appeals against Ben Gvir's appointment

Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara asks Supreme Court to delay hearing on appeal against National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir's appointment as minister, citing 'progress' in discussions.

Ben Gvir ascends Temple Mount

After 13 days during which the Temple Mount was closed to Jews, National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir ascends, drawing criticism from haredi MK.

Smotrich resigns from government in spat with Ben-Gvir

Finance Minister resigns 'temporarily' in response to Otzma Yehudit's failure to remove MK Kroizer from the Knesset under the coalition agreement.

Ben-Gvir demands:

'AG must turn over all docs related to investigation against me'

National Security Minister calls on Supreme Court to order the Attorney General to disclose all material related to the Shin Bet investigation against him. 'Shock to every citizens in a democratic country,'

Religious Zionist party demands Ben-Gvir leave Knesset

Coalition parties clash over attempts to return Tzvi Succot to the Knesset by having another MK take a position as a minister instead.

Anti-government protest:

MK Almog Cohen violently attacked at entrance to Knesset

After left-wing protesters blocked the roads leading to the Knesset, MK Almog Cohen was forced to arrive on foot and was attacked by rioters. Cohen: 'It will end with blood in the streets.'

Ben-Gvir demands:

Government inspection committee into Ronen Bar's actions

After learning that the ISA reportedly opened an investigation into him and the police, National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir is asking for the government to create a committee to inspect ISA Director Ronen Bar's conduct.

Is the ISA preventing Bentzi Gopstein from entering the Knesset?

Bentzi Gopstein, who serves as an advisor to Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir, does not have a permanent entry permit to the Knesset, in contrast to other advisors. Otzma Yehudit blames the Shin Bet.

Netanyahu:

ISA chief undermining democracy, reminiscent of dark regimes

Prime Minister harshly attacks ISA chief over reports of investigation against police and Minister Ben Gvir on suspicion of sabotage. 'Reminiscent of dark regimes.'

ISA confirms investigation into Ben-Gvir and Israel Police

The ISA has been conducting a covert investigation against the police and Minister Ben Gvir over the past few months, on suspicion of subversion of the rule of law.

Ben-Gvir:

'Bomb Gaza food stores & power lines like a normal country would'

Newly-reinstated National Security Minister says recent events have proven he was right to oppose the January ceasefire deal, Hamas will only release the remaining hostages if its food supply is destroyed.

'We won't tolerate terrorism and incitement'

'No PLO flags or protests supporting terrorism. Jews deserve freedom of movement, Jewish Quarter should not suffer during Ramadan,' Minister Ben Gvir clarifies.

Knesset approves:

Otzma Yehudit's ministers to return to cabinet

The Knesset Plenum approved the reappointment of the ministers from the Otzma Yehudit faction as cabinet members. Ben-Gvir: 'I thank the Prime Minister for the trust.'

Government approves:

Ben Gvir will return to the role of Minister of National Security

Government votes in favor of appointing MK Itamar Ben Gvir as Minister of National Security, despite the opinion of the Attorney General.

Otzma Yehudit returns to the government

Likud and Otzma Yehudit agreed that the Otzma Yehudit faction will return to the government and the ministers of Otzma Yehudit will be given back their portfolios.

Likud officials on Ben-Gvir:

'We don't need him, he can wait'

Members of Prime Minister Netanyahu's party have expressed displeasure at the widespread rumors that Itamar Ben-Gvir is set to rejoin the government.

Ben-Gvir:

'Attacking Gaza is moral and justified'

Otzma Yehudit leader Itamar Ben-Gvir praised the decision to return to fighting in Gaza.

Otzma Yehudit, coalition reach agreement on Arrangements Bill

Otzma Yehudit agreed to abstain from voting against the Arrangements Bill which accompanies the state budget. Smotich will not return to the Knesset, allowing Otzma MK Kroiser to remain.

Ben-Gvir:

'Absolute disgrace' PM accepted Witkoff ceasefire extension

Otzma Yehudit leader says Israel should have followed Trump's lead in giving Hamas the ultimatum of releasing all hostages or hell would be unleashed rather than following the lead of Trump envoy Steve Witkoff.

Ben Gvir:

'Channel 13 News granted legitimacy to Hamas' atrocities'

After Channel 13 News claims that a statement by Ben Gvir led to a deterioration in the conditions of hostages in Gaza, the MK fires back.

Ben-Gvir:

'We must resume fighting'

MK Itamar Ben-Gvir demanded of Prime Minister Netanyahu: 'It is time to open the gates of hell on Hamas, we must return to war, to destroy and avenge.'

Ben-Gvir proposes law to block aid to Gaza

Itamar Ben-Gvir is pushing for Israel to legally forbid transferring humanitarian supplies to Gaza in response to Hamas suspending the hostage deal.

Defense Minister to Chief of Staff:

Reprimand intelligence chief who spoke out against Trump plan

'There will not be a situation in which IDF officers speak out against US President Trump's important plan for Gaza,' Defense Minister Israel Katz warns.