Itamar Ben Gvir

Likud's promises to Otzma Yehudit

Netanyahu promises Ben-Gvir young settlements will be regulated within 60 days, Homesh Yeshiva to be fully legalized.

Increasing number of death threats against Ben-Gvir

MK Itamar Ben-Gvir wrote a festive post on the occasion of his swearing-in to the Knesset and received severe threats in response.

Will Arab allies abandon Israel over right-wing government?

A strategic expert from Tel Aviv University says Netanyahu may become a 'balancing act' between the Right and the Arab world.

Netanyahu to Smotrich:

Choose any ministry - other than Defense or Finance

No progress in coalition talks between Prime Minister-designate Netanyahu and MK Smotrich - despite meeting between them.

US Jewish group slams State Department condemnation of Ben-Gvir

Rabbinic group accuses State Department of 'blatant double standard' over its condemnation of MK Ben-Gvir attending Rabbi Kahane's memorial.

Tibi to Ben Gvir:

'Let's go, you're in charge now, send me to Syria'

After the Arab MK spoke proudly of his connection to Arafat, the Otzma Yehudit chair said that its time to send him to Syria.

Women of the Wall to Netanyahu

'Don't appoint Ben Gvir as Public Security minister'

The feminist non-Orthodox organization claims that the appointment of the Otzma Yehudit chairman will create an open season for liberal Jews

Ben-Gvir's new demand:

Cancel recognition of Reform conversion in Law of Return

Change to law would overturn Supreme Court ruling.

Former Chief of Staff:

'I see no problem with the rules of engagement'

Gadi Eizenkot, MK-elect & former Chief of Staff, says party won't join Netanyahu gov't, claims 'no problem' with current open fire policies.

US slams Ben-Gvir:

"Celebrating legacy of terrorist organization"

US State Department spokesman Ned Price criticizes Otzma Yehudit leader for attending memorial to Rabbi Meir Kahane.

President to Ben-Gvir:

'You have an image that causes concern in many places'

President Herzog meets Otzma Yehudit leader. Ben Gvir: 'When the world hears my positions they will understand.'

Ben-Gvir: I am not Kahane, won't expel all Arabs

Otzma Yehudit leader says at memorial to Rabbi Meir Kahane that the 'highlight' of Rabbi Kahane was love.

Is Netanyahu being driven into a corner by the 'far right?'

What will Netanyahu do now that the religious right accounts for the vast majority of his new coalition?

US ambassador Nides:

'We will fight against any attempt at annexation'

The ambassador stated that the US is against the annexation of Judea and Samaria, says he intends on working closely with new government.

Hot mic:

Pres. Herzog warns Shas party about Ben-Gvir

President heard warning Shas reps Temple Mount issue, partnership with Otzma Yehudit leader could be problematic.

The moment of truth: Response to the Conservative Movement

Where do you get the right - or gall - to tell the Israelis who should or should not be a minister in their elected government? Op-ed.

MK Ahmed Tibi:

'We own this land, we will overcome Smotrich too'

MK Ahmed Tibi: We will not have contacts with Ben Gvir, and I believe that Jewish MKs won't either.

Conservative movement:

'Netanyahu, do not make Ben-Gvir a minister'

Mercaz Olami organization of Conservative Judaism makes direct call on next PM not to allow Otzma Yehudit leader to ministerial position.

Otzma Yehudit to request separate meeting with Pres. Herzog

MK Itamar Ben-Gvir to meet with Pres. Herzog separately from running mate MK Bezalel Smotrich to discuss recommended candidate for PM.

Radical cleric:

'We are not afraid of Ben Gvir and his like'

Sheikh Raed Salah, leader of northern faction of Islamic Movement, says Israeli Arabs are not afraid of Otzma Yehudit leader.

Ben-Gvir meets Netanyahu:

'We will establish a fully-right-wing govt.'

Otzma Yehudit leader gets first official photograph with Benjamin Netanyahu during coalition negotiations.

Jordanian officials:

'Change in status quo on the Temple Mount will harm relations'

Officials in the Kingdom warn that any provocation by Ben Gvir on the Temple Mount will lead to dangerous consequences.

Baruch Marzel:

'I haven't spoken to Ben Gvir in nearly two months'

The activist spoke about the rift between him and the Otzma Yehudit chair, says latter would make a good internal security minister.

Not just Public Security:

Report: Ben-Gvir to demand Education Ministry

Otzma Yehudit leader to demand one of his party members be made Education Minister to institute deeper study of Judaism in secular schools.

Smotrich, Ben-Gvir unite in coalition negotiations

Religious Zionism party, Otzma Yehudit leaders announce they will only join the coalition together, support each other's ministry demands.

Analysis:

What racist laws did MK Ben Gvir propose in the 24th Knesset?

Convicted in 2007 of supporting the banned Kach movement, what has been MK Itamar Ben Gvir's record as a sitting member of Knesset?

Rift in Otzma Yehudit

Marzel: 'We will run against Ben-Gvir in the next elections'

Right-wing activist Baruch Marzel says long-time fellow party member Itamar Ben-Gvir has become too moderate. 'He says most Arabs are okay.'

Otzma Yehudit demands:

Change the rules of engagement, establish immunity for soldiers

Otzma Yehudit's Yitzhak Wasserlauf outlines his party's demands and talks about his expectations of a Ben-Gvir-run Public Security Ministry

The Fear-of-Ben-Gvir Phobia

CJV Israel rep. on the election results:The more alienated a person is from Torah, the more they fear the specter of a strong Jew. Op-ed..

Religious Zionist parties to coordinate coalition negotiations

MKs Bezalel Smotrich, Itamar Ben-Gvir, to coordinate coalition negotiations between themselves, back each others' demands.

Police divided on Ben-Gvir as Public Security Minister

While one police commissioner said that the force needs to pray that he takes the job, others in the organization are less enthusiastic.

How do American Jews feel about 'far right' winning elections?

American Jews from different religious spectrums are asked how they feel about Smotrich and Ben-Gvir winning big in the elections.

Could Biden boycott diplomatic relations with Ben-Gvir?

The American administration has voiced strong concern over the 'far right' playing an integral role in Israel's next government.

Report: Biden Admin. won't work with Ben-Gvir

Ben-Gvir could become the first Israeli minister to be boycotted by the US government.

Ben-Gvir: I'll work for everyone - even people who don't like me

Otzma Yehudit chairman visits Ofer Ohana, one of the victims of Saturday night's terror attack in Hebron.

American Jewish Communal Leaders are failing

Liberal American Jewish leaders are too busy dealing with issues which have no reality to realize what is important for Israeli Jews. Op-ed.

The Real Israelis who elected Ben-Gvir

Itamar Ben-Gvir is a perfectly worthy MK, and he is as qualified to be a cabinet minister as is any other party head or co-head. Op-ed.

Ayman Odeh concerned:

'Kahanism has become 15% of the Israeli public'

Hadash-Ta'al chairman: If the exit polls do not change, our public will stand firm against fascism and racism.

Ben Gvir celebrates:

'Time for us to return to being the landlords of our country'

Otzma Yehudit chairman speaks at party's headquarters after party wins 14-15 seats in exit polls.

Ayelet Shaked:

'We're close to the threshold and we can succeed'

The Jewish Home chair called on right-wing voters to vote for her. In the meantime Otzma Yehudit alleges Shaked behind false text messages.

Ben-Gvir to INN:

'Cooperation with Smotrich will continue into the next Knesset'

Religious Zionism will split into two after the elections - but the cooperation between the parties will continue, MK Ben-Gvir promises.

Watch: Ben-Gvir takes center stage in Israeli politics

Voters disappointed in Netanyahu's broken promises say they want a strong leader who'll make sure Israel remains Jewish.

Report:

Ben-Gvir planning to split off from Smotrich after election

Otzma Yehudit faction reportedly plans to break off from Religious Zionist Party immediately after Tuesday's election.

Ayala Ben Gvir to INN:

'I put all the children in our bedroom and calmed them down'

Wife of Otzma Yehudit chairman: Itamar has really become more moderate, and in my opinion it is done correctly.

MK Ben-Gvir to demand Public Security Ministry

Otzma Yehudit chairman lays out conditions for joining Netanyahu government, offering his plans for reforming the Public Security Ministry.

The hypocrisy of the Israeli left’s calling dibs on democracy

The Knesset Foreign Affairs and Defense Comm. chairman,says that if the public chooses Netanyahu, Israel will morph into the 3rd Reich.Op-ed

Ben-Gvir: Leftists won't shed a tear if I don't come home

Otzma Yehudit leader accuses Transportation Minister Michaeli of incitement against him following deadly terror attack near his home.

Channel 12 host reprimanded over comments on Ben Gvir

Channel 12 News' Arad Nir reprimanded after comments on Ben Gvir and his Otzma Yehudit Party.

Jewish man dead after shots fired at home of MK Itamar Ben-Gvir

Ben-Gvir family asked to remain inside after shots are fired at their home in Kiryat Arba.

MK Ben-Gvir: Jerusalem is not for sale, go out and vote

Otzma Yehudit leader calls on voters to vote for him to protect Jeruasalem.

Former Chief of Staff 'horrified' Ben Gvir could be a minister

Former Chief of Staff Dan Halutz: As soon as Ben Gvir tries to implement any of his horrible ideas, there will be a civil war here.

"Don't interfere in our elections"

Smotrich's message to Biden, and the request to Netanyahu

Smotrich at conference in Sderot: I am not ready to accept the interference of foreign countries in Israeli elections and democracy.

Likud MK:

'Ben Gvir will have to change his ways and show responsibility'

MK Miki Zohar says the defense and finance ministries should remain in the hands of the Likud: I hope that the Likud will be big enough.

Report:

UAE fears Itamar Ben-Gvir's rise in the polls

Emirati foreign minister reportedly urged Netanyahu not to include Otzma Yehudit in future government.

Why Israeli firebrand Ben-Gvir is soaring in polls

Ben Gvir: Our Bible teaches that we are from here, we have come back to our land. I am not a racist, I do not hate Arabs, I hate terrorists.

In support of Smotrich and Ben Gvir

Are you as sick-and-tired as I am about how the Left smears MK Itamar Ben Gvir? Op-ed.

Ben-Gvir campaign video:

Watch: Gantz 'Bunny' runs away from honest debate

Ben-Gvir's latest campaign video shows Gantz 'the Bunny' on the run, unwilling to sit down for a civil debate with the Otzma Yehudit leader.

Itamar Ben Gvir

'If we're big, they won't leave us out of the government'

Otzma Yehudit chairman discusses the possibility of a government with Benny Gantz and addressed his critics on the right

MK Ben Gvir:

'Some in Netanyahu's circle want a government with Gantz'

Otzma Yehudit chairman: I condemn rock attacks on Arabs, but for every rock thrown an Arab, there are a thousand thrown at my children.

Will Arab apathy usher Ben-Gvir into position of power?

Voting turnout is expected to hit historic lows in the Arab sector, as two former Joint List parties may disappear altogether.