Itamar Ben Gvir

An Israeli court blocked a plan by Minister Itamar Ben Gvir to install crocodiles in moats around prisons holding Palestinian prisoners. The plan, supported by the National Security Ministry and Israel Prison Service, involved Nile crocodiles in trenches at Ketziot Prison. A temporary injunction was issued after an animal rights organization filed a petition citing animal mistreatment and staff safety concerns.

An Israeli court blocked a plan by National Security minister Itamar Ben Gvir to introduce crocodiles into moats around Ketziot Prison, citing animal welfare concerns. The temporary injunction was issued after an animal rights organization petitioned against the scheme, which had been supported by Ben Gvir's ministry and the Israel Prison Service.

Israeli Minister Itamar Ben Gvir rejected a draft peace deal for Gaza, stating that halting assassinations of Hamas members would enable future attacks. Gadi Eisenkot emphasized the need to destroy Hamas' power and criticized the Prime Minister for not presenting the agreement publicly.

Israel's National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir announced a plan to use Nile crocodiles as prison guards at Ketziot Prison in the Naqab desert. The Environmental Protection Minister Idit Silman classified crocodiles as 'cultivated wild animals' to facilitate their deployment in prison moats. The prison, known as Ansar III during the First Intifada, has a history of detaining Palestinians.

Israel's National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir announced a plan to use Nile crocodiles as prison guards at Ketziot Prison in the Naqab desert. Environmental Protection Minister Idit Silman classified crocodiles as 'cultured wild animals' to facilitate their use, inspired by Florida's 'Alligator Alcatraz' migrant detention center. The article contextualizes this as part of historical Israeli strategies using animals to oppress Palestinians.

Israeli political leaders and settler groups have called for revenge against Palestinians following a deadly settler attack near Nablus, with demands to destroy the village of Tell and evacuate its population. Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich and National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir advocated for erasing Palestinian villages and adopting Gaza-style destruction strategies in the West Bank.

Pakistan and seven other countries condemned Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir's incursion into Al Aqsa Mosque in Jerusalem, calling it a violation of international law and the historical status quo. The joint statement criticized mass settler incursions, raising the Israeli flag, and erecting tents at the site, emphasizing that Israel has no sovereignty over occupied Jerusalem or its holy sites.

Eight Muslim countries, including Qatar, UAE, and Saudi Arabia, condemned an Israeli government-led mass raid on Al-Aqsa Mosque in occupied East Jerusalem. The foreign ministers labeled the incursion by Israeli officials and ultranationalist groups as 'illegal and extremist,' violating international law and Jordan's custodianship of the site.

Israeli far-right National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir led hundreds of Israeli Jews into Jerusalem’s Al-Aqsa mosque compound on Tisha B’Av, a Jewish mourning day, breaching the site’s long-standing status quo. Jordan and Turkey condemned the visit, which violated an agreement restricting Jewish prayer at the site, while the Israeli government claimed its policy remained unchanged despite escalating tensions.

Israeli far-right National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir led hundreds of Israeli Jews into Jerusalem's Al-Aqsa mosque compound on a Jewish day of mourning, breaching the site's decades-old status quo. The event included Jewish settlers who gathered early to enter the compound.

Itamar Ben Gvir led over 3,000 Israeli settlers into the Al-Aqsa Mosque complex under heavy Israeli forces protection. The Ministry of Islamic Endowments in Jerusalem stated this action violates the historical and legal status quo.

Construction has begun on a crocodile moat at Ketziot Prison as confirmed by the far-right minister's office, despite objections from the nature authority and the environment ministry's legal council.

Israeli ministers and lawmakers led a mass raid on Al-Aqsa Mosque in occupied East Jerusalem, with thousands of Israelis entering the site under police protection. Palestinian authorities condemned the incursion as a violation of the mosque's sanctity, while participants raised Israeli flags and prayed inside the complex.

Muhammad Awad, a 29-year-old Nazareth resident, is accused of contacting Hamas to seek assistance for an attack on Itamar Ben Gvir. Ben Gvir stated this is the ninth time terror groups have targeted him and pledged to continue his agenda.

Israeli ministers and lawmakers led a march near the Gaza border, organized by the Nachala settler movement, calling for the re-establishment of Israeli settlements in the Palestinian enclave. Participants included Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich and National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir, who made statements advocating for Jewish settlements in Gaza and encouraging Palestinian immigration out of the region.

Israeli Environmental Protection Minister Idit Silman reclassified crocodiles to allow their use for security, including deterring prison escapes. National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir, who proposed surrounding a prison for Palestinian detainees with crocodiles like Florida's 'Alligator Alcatraz' facility, supported the decision.

Israel has removed legal protections for Nile crocodiles to facilitate a detention facility surrounded by the reptiles, as proposed by National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir. The decision, led by Environment Minister Idit Silman, faced opposition from environmental groups and the Environment Ministry's legal adviser due to safety and legal concerns.

The Israeli Ministry of National Security plans to transfer four million shekels to Ahavat Gilad, a group sanctioned by multiple countries for supporting illegal settler outposts in the West Bank. The funds aim to reduce violence and mentor youth in Judea and Samaria, following a government-approved 'national plan' addressing settler attacks.

The Israeli Ministry of National Security is set to transfer four million shekels to Ahavat Gilad, a sanctioned group linked to illegal West Bank settler outposts, despite the group being blacklisted by France, the UK, Canada, Norway, Australia, and New Zealand for facilitating settler violence. The funding aims to reduce violence and establish mentorship for youth in Judea and Samaria, aligning with a government plan to address youth-related violence in the occupied West Bank.

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.