Itamar Ben Gvir


Ben Gvir, Smotrich, US Sanctions
US considers sanctions for Israeli ministers: Smotrich and Ben Gvir in the crosshairs

Ben-Gvir: Israel will dismantle Palestinian Authority in response to US sanctions on ministers.

Avi Nachmani | 21.07.24

Israel-Gaza War, Protests, Israel Police

Chief Superintendent Meir Suissa and 4 others charged with throwing stun grenades at protesters

The indictment revealed that the officers acted contrary to police protocol and used stun grenades, despite being able to choose another method that would have posed less risk to the protesters, including children and the elderly.

Gila Isaacson | 18.07.24

Lapid, Netanyahu, Trump

Trumps' assassination attempt shows that Netanyahu's fears are not laughable

Trump's recent assassination attempt underscores the need for democracies to address the toxic rhetoric that paints political opponents as "enemies of the people."

Gila Isaacson | 16.07.24

Knesset

A coalition in crisis: Ben Gvir denies Netanyahu majority for passing laws

Due to Ben Gvir's refusal to pass the "Rabbi's Law" and Shas' anger at Ben Gvir for doing so - the coalition lacks the majority

Chani Edri, JFeed Staff | 09.07.24

Politics, Hostage Deal

Yair Lapid: We will provide a Knesset "safety net" for a hostage deal

The opposition leader said that his party would prevent Netanyahu's government from falling if he moved ahead with a hostage deal and Smotrich and Ben Gvir left the coalition.

Avi Woolf | 08.07.24

Politics, Ben Gvir

Bold Israeli cabinet backs West Bank outposts amidst broiling tensions

Smotrich's controversial move signals escalating Israeli policy. 

Gila Isaacson | 30.06.24

Netanyahu, Politics, Ben Gvir, Aryeh Deri

Bye Bye, Bibi? BIBI'S COALITION CRACKING AS ALLIES TURN ON PM

Bibi's fragile coalition hangs by a thread, with growing sentiment that we are heading back to elections way ahead of schedule.

Gila Isaacson | 20.06.24

Israel-Gaza War

Ben Gvir announces party  not committed to coalition discipline

The Otzma Yehudit party leader delivers a sharp and firm message to Netanyahu regarding possible hostage deal.

Eliyau Luksenberg | 05.06.24

"The Day After" 

Ben Gvir on Gallant: "He ignores all of us" 

After the storm surrounding the defense minister's statement, a sharp confrontation broke out in the cabinet meeting with Ben Gvir saying that Gallant is "ignoring the majority." 

Liran Vainshtain, JFeed Staff | 18.05.24

Memorial Day

Government ministers attacked at memorial services: "Go home!" 

Angry shouts were directed at ministers who participated in Memorial Day ceremonies: "Go home, soldiers were killed because of you!"

JFeed Staff | 13.05.24

Itamar Ben Gvir

Uproar after Ben Gvir tweets "Hamas loves Biden": "Danger to the Zionist enterprise"

After Minister of National Security Itamar Ben Gvir tweeted "Hamas Loves Biden," opposition leader Yair Lapid demanded Netanyahu fire him: "He endangers every citizen and soldier in the State of Israel."

JFeed Staff | 09.05.24

Hostage Crisis

Netanyahu approves "humanitarian" visits to terrorists who took part in Oct. 7 massacre

The Minister of National Security attacked Netanyahu for his support of Britain's proposal to allow officials to visit Hamas terrorists: "Did our hostages receive a similar visit?"

Liran Vainshtain, JFeed Staff | 25.04.24

Itamar Ben Gvir, Israel-Iran

Ben Gvir explains why he gave away "secret information" about Iran counter-attack: "I was telling the truth"

Minister of National Security Itamar Ben Gvir explained why he violated security protocol during the attack in Iran despite sitting on the security cabinet: "I will continue to tell the truth even if it is not always popular."

Arye Yoeli, JFeed Staff | 21.04.24

Survey

Latest polls: Gantz lags behind, Netanyahu continues to climb

A new survey by Direct Polls published on Channel 14 shows that Netanyahu continues to climb opening a gap on Gantz, while Lapid remains at about 11 seats. Israelis were also asked what they thought regarding a counter-attack on Iran.

Chani Edri, JFeed Staff | 16.04.24

Israel-Gaza War

Ben Gvir threatens Netanyahu: "He will not have the authority to stay in power"

After the announcement of an emergency meeting of the Religious Zionism faction, Minister Ben Gvir also responded to reports of an impending deal with Hamas and the possibility of an end to fighting in Gaza.

Bentzi Rubin, JFeed Staff | 08.04.24

Itamar Ben Gvir

Ben Gvir responds to assassination plot against him: "I will not be deterred" 

Following today's report that the IDF together with the Shin Bet and police uncovered a plot to assassinate Minister of National Security Itamar Ben Gvir in his Kiryat Arba home he responded: "I will not be deterred!"

Bentzi Rubin, JFeed Staff | 04.04.24

Terrorism

IDF nabs terrorist squad that planned to assassinate Ben Gvir

A terrorist squad consisting of Israeli Arabs and Palestinians living in Judea and Samaria who planned terrorist attacks throughout Israel was charged with conspiring to hurt Israeli citizens.

JFeed Staff | 04.04.24

Itamar Ben Gvir

Will an Israeli delegation visit Washington? Itamar Ben Gvir demands clarifications from Netanyahu

After the White House revealed that an Israeli delegation would arrive at the White House, a source close to the Minister of National Security tells Srugim/JFeed that he intends to demand answers from Netanyahu about his reversal of plans.

Bentzi Rubin, JFeed Staff | 28.03.24

Temple Mount

On Ben Gvir's watch:  Temple Mount to be closed to Jews for 16 days

The Temple Mount will be closed to Jews for the longest period in recent years. Head of Jewish rights organization: "right-wing surrender to terrorism."

Guy Ezra, JFeed Staff | 27.03.24

Ramadan, Temple Mount

Netanyahu: Freedom of worship will be maintained on Temple Mount during Ramadan, in numbers comparable to previous years

The Prime Minister and the government thus rejected National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir's efforts to restrict or bar Muslim entry to the Temple Mount altogether.

Avi Woolf | 05.03.24