Itamar Ben Gvir

Ireland's parliament approved a bill to ban imports of goods from Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank and East Jerusalem, citing international legal obligations outlined by the International Court of Justice. The legislation, awaiting final approval, aligns with Ireland's stance against Israel's occupation, including recognizing a Palestinian state in 2024 and accusing Israel of genocide in Gaza.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu claimed in a Fox News interview that Christian villages in Lebanon have requested Israeli annexation for protection against Hezbollah, despite evidence of Israeli forces damaging churches and Christian sites in Lebanon. The article highlights incidents such as the destruction of a convent in Yaroun and a soldier smashing a Jesus statue, with no evidence provided for Netanyahu's assertions.

Israeli national security minister Itamar Ben Gvir canceled a planned trip to New York for the United Nations Chiefs of Police Summit amid concerns over protests and growing calls for legal action against him. The Hind Rajab Foundation welcomed the cancellation, stating it reflected the impact of human rights groups' efforts to pursue Israeli officials through international legal channels.

The Hind Rajab Foundation and the Center for Constitutional Rights urged New York state attorney general Letitia James to investigate Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir for alleged atrocities ahead of his Manhattan visit. They also called for James to meet with victims, including a Palestinian American and participants in the Global Sumud Flotillas, and to establish a task force for accountability against Israeli officials.

An Israeli bill to restrict the Muslim call to prayer (adhan) passed a preliminary reading in parliament with 50 votes to 36. The legislation, introduced by Zvika Fogel from Itamar Ben Gvir's party, would require mosques to obtain permits for loudspeaker systems based on criteria set by Israeli authorities. Palestinians condemned the bill as a 'declaration of religious war' and an attack on freedom of worship.

Israeli national security minister Itamar Ben Gvir criticized the newly signed Lebanon agreement as a 'grave mistake' and demanded a Security Cabinet vote. He argued Israel should pursue 'total military victory' over Hezbollah instead of relying on international agreements, referencing past posts advocating violence against Lebanon and Gaza.

Itamar Ben Gvir, Israel's national security minister, has risen to prominence through far-right activism and controversial actions against Palestinians, becoming crucial to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's political survival. His incendiary rhetoric and treatment of Palestinian activists have drawn international backlash and bans in multiple countries.

Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir rejected a potential ceasefire in Lebanon, calling for the country to be 'Israel's playground' and urging Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to defy US President Donald Trump. He threatened Beirut, comparing its potential destruction to Beit Hanoun in northern Gaza, and rejected separating Hezbollah from broader military targets in Lebanon.

An Israeli military raid in Beit Ummar, a town northwest of Hebron in the occupied West Bank, killed two Palestinians, including a 15-year-old child, during an operation where forces fired on Palestinian youth near the Karmei Tzur settlement. The victims' bodies were withheld by Israeli forces, and the military claimed it opened fire after Molotov cocktails were thrown and areas set on fire.

Iran cites Israeli far-right minister Itamar Ben Gvir's call to 'burn all of Lebanon' as evidence of Israel's 'genocidal' intent. The statement has drawn international condemnation, with Netanyahu and Sa'ar remaining silent, while candidate Yair Lapid dismisses Ben Gvir as a 'clown' with no influence over military policy.

Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir stated 'all of Lebanon must burn' on social media following the deaths of four Israeli soldiers in southern Lebanon. He urged Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to abandon 'measured' military strategies, advocating aggressive action against terrorism. Iranian foreign minister responded by labeling Israeli leadership a 'threat to all of humanity.'

Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir stated 'all of Lebanon must burn' following the deaths of four Israeli soldiers, prompting a response from Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi who labeled Israeli leadership a 'threat to all of humanity.' Despite a ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hezbollah, Israeli airstrikes continued in southern Lebanon, raising the death toll to 47.

Israel and Hezbollah agreed to a ceasefire on June 19 amid renewed attacks, with at least 20 killed in Lebanon and four Israeli soldiers in fresh strikes. Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir responded by stating 'all of Lebanon must burn'.

Israeli strikes in southern Lebanon killed 21 and wounded over 39 since Thursday night, according to the Lebanese Ministry of Public Health. Hezbollah claimed it killed four Israeli soldiers, including a battalion commander, while Israeli officials vowed to retaliate aggressively, with Defense Minister Israel Katz and National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir advocating for forceful responses. The US and Iran recently signed a ceasefire memorandum amid escalating tensions.

Israeli ministers vow to keep troops in southern Lebanon indefinitely following the deaths of four soldiers, including a battalion commander, and promise a 'heavy price' for Hezbollah attacks. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defense Minister Israel Katz stated the military will remain in a 'security zone' until necessary for northern community protection, while far-right minister Itamar Ben Gvir called for aggressive retaliation.

US Vice President JD Vance asserted that President Donald J Trump is Israel's only ally amid criticism of the US-Iran deal to end the war. The agreement, including a $300bn reconstruction fund and an end to Israel's war in Lebanon, has drawn backlash from Israeli officials, who reject terms requiring troop withdrawals from southern Lebanon.

Israel's National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir is set to attend a UN policing conference in New York in July 2026, despite his history of criticizing the UN and celebrating the destruction of a UN refugee agency building in East Jerusalem. The conference, titled 'Investing in Peace,' will focus on strengthening international peace and security through police forces.

Israeli ministers Itamar Ben Gvir and Bezalel Smotrich rejected the US-Iran deal and called for continued military pressure in southern Lebanon. They opposed a ceasefire linked to the agreement.

EU leaders cautiously welcomed U.S. President Donald Trump’s Iran ceasefire deal, emphasizing the need to address the global energy crisis and reopen the Strait of Hormuz. The agreement, confirmed by Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, involves mediation from Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and Turkey, though Israel has not yet signed on. International leaders will discuss the deal at an upcoming G7 summit in Évian.

Germany failed to secure a UN Security Council seat for the first time, losing 23 votes. The article attributes this to Germany's support for Israel's actions in Gaza and its role as a major arms supplier to Israel. Germany also blocked EU sanctions against two Israeli ministers.

France banned Israel's far-right Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich from entering the country as part of sanctions against Israeli officials over policies toward Palestinian territories and pro-Palestinian activists. Smotrich is the second Israeli minister banned, following National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir's ban on May 23.

Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir proposed arresting Lebanese 'women and youth' to pressure Hezbollah during a security cabinet meeting. Officials supported escalating military actions in Lebanon, where over 1.2 million people have been displaced and 3,637 people killed since March. Detentions under Israel's 'unlawful combatant' law, criticized as violating international law, include Lebanese civilians and others without formal charges.

One person was killed and five others wounded in a series of shooting attacks in central Israel near Qalqilya. Israeli forces shot dead one suspect, a Palestinian citizen of Israel, while a second suspect was wounded and fled. Far-right minister Itamar Ben Gvir called for the execution of suspects, and Hamas claimed the attack was a response to Israeli actions in Gaza and the West Bank.

One person was killed and five others wounded in multiple shooting attacks in Israel, with a suspect killed near Kokhav Yair. Attacks also occurred in Tzur Natan and Tzur Yitzhak, and Israel’s military reported ongoing searches for a second perpetrator. National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir referenced a death penalty law for Palestinians convicted of terror charges.

Israel's security minister Itamar Ben Gvir has called for the execution of suspects in a deadly shooting attack in central Israel. Police reported neutralizing one suspect and searching for a second. Ben Gvir stated that if a terrorist is captured alive, they will be executed under existing law.

The article discusses Israel's growing concern over U.S. President Trump's efforts to finalize an Iran deal, which could undermine Israel's security. It also highlights the controversy surrounding Israel's National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir's misconduct and the need for Israel to assert itself against Iran.

Anti-Israel protesters in Montreal displayed effigies of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Israeli Minister Itamar Ben Gvir, and U.S. President Donald Trump during a rally. Canadian politicians condemned the demonstration as 'disgusting, antisemitic and clear incitement.'

Israeli far-right ministers Itamar Ben Gvir and another unnamed official called for escalating military operations in Lebanon, including strikes on Beirut and cutting electricity, despite ongoing peace talks. Ben Gvir, leader of the Otzma Yehudit party, urged Prime Minister to pursue war with Lebanon in response to Hezbollah drone attacks.

A Hezbollah drone attacked a home in Metula, Israel, with no injuries reported. Israeli ministers Itamar Ben Gvir and Tally Gotliv (Smotrich) are calling for escalated military action against Hezbollah, while the IDF warns residents of 10 southern Lebanese towns to evacuate ahead of strikes. Lebanese President Michel Aoun insists on an Israeli withdrawal as 'non-negotiable.'

Eight Arab and Islamic countries condemned Israeli far-right minister Itamar Ben Gvir for taunting flotilla activists in a video where they were kneeling with their hands tied. The ministers labeled the act an 'assault on human dignity.'

Israeli President Herzog condemned 'brutish' settler violence, calling the perpetrators an 'anarchist mob' and urging Israel to 'draw red lines.' Far-right minister Itamar Ben Gvir retaliated, accusing critics of using dehumanizing language and claiming such individuals are 'not fit to be president.'

Spanish police used batons and dragged Gaza flotilla activists during clashes at an airport, prompting global condemnation. The incident followed criticism of Israel's Itamar Ben Gvir for taunting bound detainees during a similar confrontation.

France has banned far-right Israeli minister Itamar Ben Gvir over his 'reprehensible actions' toward Gaza flotilla activists, following a video where he taunted bound activists. The French Foreign Minister joined calls for the EU to sanction Ben Gvir, citing a history of 'shocking statements and actions.'

Freed Gaza flotilla activists allege sexual assault and kidnapping by Israeli forces, prompting investigations by Italian and German officials. Israel denies the claims as EU members consider sanctions against far-right minister Itamar Ben Gvir.

Itamar Ben Gvir stormed the Al-Aqsa compound during Jerusalem Day under heavy military protection. This event occurred in a sensitive location and may escalate tensions. The incident involved a prominent Israeli figure and a significant religious site.

Activists organized a protest in solidarity with Palestine in Stockholm, Sweden, where a demonstrator depicted Israeli Minister Itamar Ben Gvir covered in blood. The event highlights tensions in the ongoing conflict between Israel and Palestine.