Ben-Gvir, Itamar – War Watch

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Israel’s President, Isaac Herzog, Denounces Israeli Violence
ByIsabel Kershner May 24, 2026May 24, 2026

In a speech, Isaac Herzog, whose role is largely ceremonial, delivered a grave indictment of settler attacks in the West Bank and abuse of prisoners.

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Barrot, Jean-Noel | Ben-Gvir, Itamar | Embargoes and Sanctions | France | Global Sumud Flotilla (Nonprofit) | International Relations | Iran | Iran's nuclear programme | Israel | Israel-Gaza War (2023- ) | Israel–Iran War | Israeli Settlements | Palestinians | Prisons and Prisoners

France Bans Israeli Minister Over Treatment of Detained Flotilla Activists
ByAaron Boxerman May 23, 2026May 23, 2026

Itamar Ben-Gvir, the Israeli national security minister, has long drawn criticism for his hard-line statements and harsh policies against Palestinian prisoners.

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Ben-Gvir, Itamar | Demonstrations, Protests and Riots | Gaza Strip | Iran | Iran's nuclear programme | Israel | Israel-Gaza War (2023- ) | Israel–Iran War | Palestinians

Video Shows Itamar Ben-Gvir Taunting Pro-Palestinian Activists
ByNatan Odenheimer May 20, 2026May 21, 2026

The national security minister, Itamar Ben-Gvir, posted a video in which he is seen with handcuffed activists forced to kneel on the deck of a ship. It drew a rebuke from Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

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With World Distracted by Iran War, Israeli Settlers Intensify Attacks in West Bank
ByNatan Odenheimer, David M. Halbfinger and Fatima AbdulKarim May 4, 2026May 4, 2026

Israel has failed to arrest a wave of violence against Palestinians, prompting military officials to urge the government to intervene.

Read More With World Distracted by Iran War, Israeli Settlers Intensify Attacks in West Bank
Ben-Gvir, Itamar | Iran | Iran's nuclear programme | Israel | Israel–Iran War | Jewish Power Party (Otzma Yehudit) | Netanyahu, Benjamin | Police | Politics and Government | Supreme Court of Israel

With Iran War on Pause, Political Battle Resumes Over Israeli Democracy
ByDavid M. Halbfinger April 15, 2026April 15, 2026

A court fight over Itamar Ben-Gvir, an extremist who oversees the police, pits the attorney general against Benjamin Netanyahu and his right-wing government.

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Israel Closes Al Aqsa Mosque at Ramadan, Citing Wartime Safety Concerns
ByIsabel Kershner March 5, 2026

The temporary measure, during the holy Muslim fasting month, follows tensions as Jewish activists increasingly encroach on the contested religious site.

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Israel Strikes Gaza and Temporarily Halts Aid, Saying Hamas Broke Truce
ByIsabel Kershner October 19, 2025October 19, 2025

Israel launched a wave of attacks on Gaza after accusing Palestinian militants of attacking its forces across cease-fire lines. Both sides say they are still committed to the truce.

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Netanyahu’s Political Fortunes May Be Transformed by Gaza Deal
ByDavid M. Halbfinger October 9, 2025October 10, 2025

The Israeli prime minister appeared backed into a corner in Gaza diplomacy. But this deal could greatly increase his room for maneuver, analysts said.

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Amid the Gaza War, Israel Is More Divided and Isolated Than Ever
ByRoger Cohen, David Guttenfelder and Saher Alghorra October 5, 2025October 7, 2025

The longest war of an endless Israeli-Palestinian conflict has come to challenge Israel’s own image and understanding of itself.

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Albanese, Francesca P | Ben-Gvir, Itamar | Drones (Pilotless Planes) | Food Aid | Gaza Strip | Global Sumud Flotilla (Nonprofit) | Hamas | Humanitarian Aid | International Relations | Iran | Iran's nuclear programme | Israel | Israel-Gaza War (2023- ) | Israel–Iran War | Malnutrition | Thunberg, Greta

Aid Flotilla Headed for Gaza Says It’s Under Drone Attack
ByEphrat Livni September 24, 2025September 24, 2025

The vessels were aiming to deliver humanitarian aid to Gaza. The Israelis have asked that the aid be given to them to distribute.

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