Itamar Ben Gvir

Arab recruitment to Israel Police plummets

Official figures show a sharp decline in Arab recruitment to the Israel Police, as ministry officials point to stricter vetting and Hebrew requirements.

Northern Jerusalem:

IDF and police evacuate UNRWA compound

IDF, Israel Police, and Jerusalem Municipality began evacuating the UNRWA in Kafr Aqab.

Details of operation to locate the Altalena revealed

Prime Minister Netanyahu and Ministers Ben Gvir and Eliyahu present details of the operation to locate the Altalena and the findings that were discovered.

Ben Gvir scores victory over AG: 'She failed again'

Justice Noam Sohlberg rejects bid to bar National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir from speaking at event honoring civilian security squads, overruling Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara.

'You're a slipper'

Ben-Gvir clashes with resident during visit to Bedouin Town

National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir clashed with a resident during a police tour of Basmat Tab'un, then praised a local driver's support for Israel.

Ben-Gvir:

8 top Likud figures asked to join Otzma Yehudit

Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir says four Likud ministers and four MKs approached him about joining Otzma Yehudit in light of its rising poll numbers.

Braslavski to Ben Gvir: 'Let me execute the terrorists myself'

Former hostage Rom Braslavski makes extraordinary request to National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir, who responds by promising to 'move heaven and earth to make that happen.'

Haaretz against Ben Gvir

Red Cross visits have not resumed

A procedure formulated by the Israel Prison Service imposing restrictions on visits by Red Cross representatives to meet with terrorists has angered the Association for Civil Rights in Israel and the Haaretz newspaper.

Ben Gvir speaks with family of missing Israelis

Police held a special situation assessment amid grave concern for the safety of Liel and Mali Yahalomi, with whom contact was lost in Vienna. Minister Ben Gvir spoke with their family.

Ben Gvir: Netanyahu planning unity government with Eisenkot

National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir slams Likud election slogan, warning government with Yashar! chair Gadi Eisenkot would 'bury the judicial reform,' grant victory to Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara.

Tropper opens door to Ben Gvir in 'Zionist' coalition

MK Hili Tropper says Israel needs a broad Zionist government that rises above political camps, adding that Itamar Ben Gvir could be part of it if he meets additional conditions.

Suspect impersonated rival to threaten Ben-Gvir and MK Sukkot

An eastern Jerusalem man known as 'Tarzan' was indicted after allegedly impersonating a rival to send death threats and weapon images to Ben-Gvir and Sukkot.

The new police desk leading charge against anti-Israel activists

A Judea and Samaria-based special police desk has helped deport 47 foreign activists and block 130 others from entering Israel amid a crackdown on BDS activity.

Ben-Gvir accuses enforcement chief of blocking Negev crackdown

The minister claims Avi Cohen is undermining illegal construction enforcement, while the authority says ministry records contradict him.

Ben Gvir crushes coalition rivals in new poll

Over 72% of coalition voters want National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir to remain in office, Channel 14 poll reveals.

Netanyahu to High Court: I will not fire Ben Gvir

Prime Minister responds to petitions seeking the removal of the National Security Minister, saying his appointment was lawful and there are no grounds for his dismissal.

'Inshallah, crocodiles'

A look into Israel's planned crocodile moats

Ben-Gvir and Silman visit the site of a planned crocodile moat at Ktzi'ot Prison as the ministers vow to fight a court order blocking the plan.

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Ben-Gvir confronts Bedouin resident

Visiting a planned Negev tree planting site, Itamar Ben-Gvir vowed to demolish illegal structures and said the state would protect its land.

UNRWA hearing erupts: 'Supreme Court for terrorists'

National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir, MK Tally Gotliv, lash out as Supreme Court debates petitions against Israel's UNRWA laws; justice challenges petitioners over lack of evidence.

Court freezes plan to place crocodiles at Ketziot Prison

The Jerusalem District Court on Sunday issued an interim order temporarily blocking the state's plan to transfer Nile crocodiles to Ketzi'ot Prison as part of the defenses around captured Hamas terrorists.

Tel Aviv U. clashes with Ben Gvir over crocodile prison plan

The National Security Minister lashed out at Tel Aviv University after it joined a legal appeal demanding that he halt a plan to build crocodile-filled moats around prisons housing terrorists.

Chutzpah

Israel must elect enough committed nationalists to ensure that its next government reflects the will of those voters rather than outside political pressure. Opinion.

Ben Gvir fires back at Eisenkot: Defeatist morality

After the chairman of the "Yashar!" party launches an attack, National Security Minister reminds the public that Gadi Eisenkot blocked and delayed the elimination of Hezbollah’s secretary-general.

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Death threats prompt security upgrade for MK Tzvi Succot

Israeli authorities boost security for MK Tzvi Succot following multiple death threats, including one featuring handgun and alleged message from a Hamas operative.

'Don't believe the media'

Ben Gvir and Smotrich embrace on stage

After his interview at the Channel 14 conference, Itamar Ben Gvir was joined on stage by Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich, where the two embraced and insisted there was no rivalry between them.

Ben Gvir discloses:

Barghouti urged Arab parties to unite against prison reforms

Ben Gvir says the terrorist sent a message through his attorneys to the Arab parties, urging them to unite in order to bring about the cancellation of the prison reform.

Ben Gvir: "We must return to targeted killings"

In the discussion, ministers demanded a stricter response and a change in the opening fire instructions.

Drone lands near Ben Gvir's home

Drone landing near National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir's home is collected by IDF.

Ben Gvir visits command center for missing 4-year-old in Ashkelon

National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir visited Ashkelon and ordered search efforts for missing 4-year-old Yuval to be intensified.

Arab official warns of changes to status quo on Temple Mount

Jamāl Zḥaḥalka, chairman of the Higher Arab Monitoring Committee, claimed that the thousands of visitors to the Temple Mount, including National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir, is not a private initiative or a move related only to Ben-Gvir.

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Minister Ben-Gvir ascends the Temple Mount

Marking Tisha B'Av on the Temple Mount, Itamar Ben-Gvir said Jews are praying there as they increasingly 'feel like they're in charge.'

Indictment: Nazareth man plotted drone attack on Ben Gvir

Prosecutors say a Nazareth resident contacted Hamas, spent years researching missiles and explosive drones as part of an alleged plot to assassinate National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir.

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Song and prayer on the Temple Mount

Thousands of Jews, including ministers and MKs, marked Tisha B'Av by ascending the Temple Mount.

Ben Gvir visits Tal Yinon Derdik in prison

National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir and Prison Service Commissioner Kobi Yaakobi visited administrative detainee Tal Yinon Derdik

'I'll kick you out'

Ben-Gvir confronts residents in eastern Jerusalem

During a tour of eastern Jerusalem, Itamar Ben-Gvir defended increased policing and told a resident who confronted him, "I'll kick you out of here."

Work begins on crocodile barrier pilot at Ketziot Prison

Excavation work began Wednesday at Ketziot Prison in the Negev to construct channels intended for a proposed crocodile barrier, part of a pilot project promoted by National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir for a wing housing security prisoners.

Ben Gvir at Havat Gilad: The homes will be rebuilt

National Security Minister tours the Samaria community following severe fire, promising to work toward restoring the damaged homes.

Shin Bet and Israel Police:

Arab security guard plotted attack on Minister Itamar Ben Gvir

Mohammed Awad, a 29-year-old Israeli citizen from Nazareth, arrested on suspicion of advancing terrorist activity and planning to attack Minister Itamar Ben Gvir. Ben Gvir: 'I will not be deterred.'

Ben Gvir's ultimatum to Netanyahu

National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir has informed Prime Minister Netanyahu that the dismissal of an official will be a prerequisite for Otzma Yehudit joining the next government.

Attorney General asks Supreme Court to oust Ben Gvir

Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara tells Supreme Court to remove National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir from office; Ben Gvir hits back.

Move toward allowing crocodiles outside security prisons

The Minister of Environmental Protection has signed a declaration that will allow a pilot program to examine the use of crocodiles around prisons housing Nukhba terrorists.

Ben Gvir slams 'lie' of racism

Ben Gvir responded to Mansour Abbas's claims regarding the scope of illegal construction demolitions in the Negev.

Ben Gvir: The terrorists call me 'nutcase'

National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir says Shin Bet chief David Zini credited drop in terror attacks to harsher prison conditions for security prisoners.

Government to approve new police compound in eastern Jerusalem

The government is expected to approve a NIS 28 million plan to build a new police compound near Jerusalem's Old City, the first new police facility in eastern Jerusalem in more than a decade.

Death threat against mother of fallen hostage

Dr. Maayan Sherman says her clinic received a threatening phone call after days of online abuse sparked by remarks she made about supporters of National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir.

Haaretz journalist:

'The top ranks of the police are loyal to Ben Gvir'

Police correspondent for Ha'aretz Josh Breiner claimed that senior police officials owe their promotions to Minister Itamar Ben Gvir, and therefore, even after the elections, they will continue to remain loyal to him and respond to his requests.

Ahead of elections:

Otzma Yehudit to promote Jewish communities in northern Gaza

Nachala Movement presents Otzma Yehudit party members with plans to resettle the communities of Nisanit, Elei Sinai, and Dugit in the northern Gaza Strip before the upcoming elections.

Ben Gvir to activist: If your house is illegal, we'll demolish it

National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir and Standing Together activist Rula Daoud exchange heated remarks during meeting on illegal construction in the Negev.

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Ben Gvir offers Gotliv guaranteed slot on Otzma Yehudit slate

Minister Itamar Ben Gvir has offered MK Tally Gotliv a guaranteed spot on the Otzma Yehudit list if she defects from Likud.

Most new Judea and Samaria police officers are local residents

Police figures show nearly two-thirds of new Judea and Samaria District officers live in the region, a trend officials hail as growing trust.

Islamic leaders bash Ben-Gvir over loudspeaker bill

The chairman of Israel's Islamic Council for Religious Rulings condemned a proposed law requiring permits for mosque loudspeakers.

'A disgrace'

Bitter clash erupts between Itamar Ben Gvir and Shas

Confrontation breaks out between the Shas faction and Minister Itamar Ben Gvir over a bill to block Red Cross visits to Nukhba terrorists. Legislation fails to pass on the Knesset floor due to boycott by the haredi party.

Ben-Gvir:

'Lebanon deal is a mistake, I demand a vote on it'

The National Security Minister said he asked the prime minister to bring the deal with Lebanon to a Cabinet vote, adding that he would oppose it.

'You wanted a ceasefire'

Cabinet clashes over Lebanon policy

Government ministers, security officials, clash over policy for handling Hezbollah threat in Lebanon; IDF Chief of Staff slams, 'You wanted a ceasefire.'

Unimpressed by threats

Ben Gvir sends firm message to Bedouin community

Ben Gvir addressed enforcement policy against illegal structures at the Local Government Conference ahead of tomorrow's Bedouin demonstration, declaring that the policy will continue.

Ben-Gvir unfiltered in the Arutz Sheva studio

National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir takes on a rapid round of questions from Arutz Sheva with immediate and unfiltered answers on topics like the elections, the Gaza flotilla, and the death penalty law.

Ben-Gvir weighs dismissing officers over protest violence

Ben-Gvir called for a thorough investigation after footage appeared to show police violence against haredi protesters near Bnei Brak.

Gun rights expanded to additional Israeli communities

Residents of Yavne, Rosh Haayin, Even Yehuda, and several communities in the Hevel Modi'in region can now apply to carry personal firearms.

Ben Gvir to Netanyahu: Tell Trump the truth

Minister Itamar Ben Gvir demands that the Prime Minister explain to Trump the need for complete freedom of action in Lebanon.

Activist's ban from Temple Mount shortened

Temple Mount activist Tom Nisani’s ban shortened by three months following policy change.