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France bans Israeli security minister Itamar Ben-Gvir from entering the country over his conduct toward activists aboard the Global Sumud flotilla, signaling potential EU sanctions and amid a wider debate over Israel’s Gaza blockade following a controversial video showing detainees in custody.
France banned Israel's far-right Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir from entering its territory, citing his taunting of Gaza flotilla activists as the reason; the move, announced by Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot, drew condemnation from Israel and the United States and prompted calls for EU sanctions.
Israel’s National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir, a far-right figure with a long history of provocative actions—from taunting flotilla activists to backing hardline Gaza policies—faces renewed scrutiny as he oversees security policy in a highly volatile region.
Israel’s far-right National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir posted footage of security forces mistreating Gaza flotilla detainees from multiple countries, provoking swift condemnation from the UK, Canada, Germany, the Netherlands, Spain, Ireland and the US; Prime Minister Netanyahu condemned the action and ordered deportations, as foreign governments and rights groups warn of human-rights abuses amid efforts to break the Gaza blockade by some 400-plus activists.
Far-right National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir posted a video taunting handcuffed Gaza flotilla activists, prompting protests from Italy, France and Canada, a rare rebuke from Prime Minister Netanyahu, and rights groups demanding the activists’ release as Israel defends its Gaza blockade.
Israeli nationalists marked Jerusalem Day with a state-supported march through East Jerusalem, chanting anti-Arab slogans and clashing with Palestinians; national security minister Itamar Ben-Gvir unfurled an Israeli flag at the al-Aqsa compound as counter-protesters protected Palestinian residents amid rising tensions.
National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir and his wife walked out of Jerusalem’s Mount Herzl Independence Day torch-lighting ceremony after being asked to switch seats that had been reserved for Argentine President Javier Milei, who was carrying a torch; organizers said Ben-Gvir had his own seats in the distinguished gallery but chose to leave. The event also saw MK Tally Gotliv confronting staff over seat reservations, and Netanyahu sat next to Milei as the ceremony proceeded.
Israeli national security minister Itamar Ben-Gvir posted a video taunting jailed Palestinian leader Marwan Barghouti, prompting condemnation from Palestinian officials. The clip shows Ben-Gvir making threatening remarks to Barghouti during a prison visit, amid ongoing tensions and policies affecting Palestinian prisoners. The incident has heightened tensions and drawn criticism from Palestinian authorities, highlighting the ongoing Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
Israeli far-right security minister Itamar Ben Gvir posted a provocative video taunting imprisoned Palestinian leader Marwan Barghouti, sparking outrage and condemnation from Palestinian officials, highlighting tensions and concerns over the treatment of Palestinian prisoners.
Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir caused controversy by leading a prayer at the Al Aqsa Mosque compound in Jerusalem, violating longstanding agreements that restrict Jewish worship at the site, prompting condemnation from Palestinian, Jordanian, and Saudi authorities, amid ongoing tensions over Jerusalem's status and Israeli policies.
Tensions escalate as Israeli far-right minister Itamar Ben-Gvir visits and prays at al-Aqsa mosque, provoking condemnation from Saudi Arabia and others, amid ongoing violence and protests related to the Gaza conflict and broader regional tensions.
Western nations including Britain, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, and Norway announced sanctions against Israeli ministers Bezalel Smotrich and Itamar Ben Gvir for inciting violence against Palestinians in the West Bank.
ICC prosecutor Karim Khan reportedly planned to seek arrest warrants for Israeli ministers Itamar Ben-Gvir and Bezalel Smotrich over settlement expansion in the West Bank, but these plans were made before Khan went on leave amid sexual assault allegations against him. The case could escalate tensions between the ICC and Israel, with decisions pending by Khan's deputies.
Thousands of ultranationalist Israelis marched through a sensitive Palestinian area of Jerusalem, chanting racist slogans, as far-right national security minister Itamar Ben-Gvir boasted of Jewish prayer at a key holy site, violating long-standing agreements. The march, seen as provocative by Palestinians, heightened tensions amid the ongoing Israel-Hamas war in Gaza. The event commemorates "Jerusalem Day," marking Israel's capture of east Jerusalem in 1967, and has historically been a flashpoint for violence.
Israel's National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir bypassed the police commissioner and directly ordered the Border Police chief to suspend officers involved in a clash with ultra-Orthodox worshippers at Mount Meron, violating a High Court ruling that restricts the minister from issuing direct instructions to the police. The police commissioner has referred the matter to the attorney general amid escalating tensions.