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A former member of the same radical settler scene as Israeli minister Itamar Ben Gvir has spoken out, reporting on Ben Gvir's calls for violence against Palestinians and advocating for sanctions against the current Israeli government.
Israeli Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir announced the construction of a new facility for executing terrorists in central Israel, featuring a gallows with spectator seating. This announcement has drawn strong reactions, including condemnation from Slovakia and questions about potential sanctions from Germany and the EU.
Israel is reportedly planning the construction of a death row facility for Palestinians that would include a spectator box, with Ben Gvir making a promise to a former soldier kidnapped by Hamas.
Germany and other EU members are advocating for sanctions against Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir after he reportedly boasted about constructing a facility for hanging Palestinian prisoners. The minister's comments have drawn international condemnation and prompted calls for a strong European response.
Former President Trump has threatened to bomb Oman if it interferes with US actions in the Strait of Hormuz, reiterating his stance on controlling the vital waterway. This comes amidst heightened tensions and threats from Iran to go on the offensive in the Strait if diplomatic efforts with the US fail.
An Israeli court has temporarily blocked National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir's proposal to use crocodiles to guard a prison. The decision was made due to concerns over animal rights and the legality of the plan.
Pakistan and several other Arab and Muslim countries have condemned Israeli Minister Ben Gvir's incursion into the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound. They described the act as unacceptable and a violation of the holy site.
Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir joined thousands of Jews who entered the Al-Aqsa Mosque complex in occupied East Jerusalem on the Jewish fast day of Tisha B'Av.
Israeli minister Ben Gvir has vowed to fire the Attorney-General after she restricted government power ahead of an election. The Attorney-General cited concerns about a government prioritizing "narrow party interests" during an election period.
Israel launched extensive airstrikes on Hezbollah targets in southern Lebanon, killing at least 18 people, in retaliation for earlier attacks. Prime Minister Netanyahu stated that Israeli forces would remain in southern Lebanon indefinitely and vowed a harsh response to Hezbollah's actions.
Italian Prime Minister Meloni announced that Italy supports sanctions against Israeli settlers and against Ben Gvir.
Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani has criticized Israeli Minister Itamar Ben Gvir for a 'flip-flop' gibe directed at Italy. Tajani's remarks came in response to Ben Gvir's comments.
Ireland has announced a ban on Israeli ministers Bezalel Smotrich and Itamar Ben Gvir from entering the country. This decision reflects a significant diplomatic stance by Ireland regarding the actions of the Israeli officials.
An analysis explores the global notoriety of Israeli minister Itamar Ben Gvir, noting that even his coalition partners believe his controversial fame harms Israel.
Canada has demanded that Israel investigate the 'appalling' treatment of members of a Gaza aid flotilla, following allegations of beatings, humiliation, and sexual violence against activists. The Israeli navy reportedly abandoned the flotilla boats after intercepting them.
Several Arab-Islamic states, including Pakistan and Türkiye, have condemned Israeli Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir for his actions against Gaza aid flotilla activists. France has also banned Ben-Gvir from entering the country, citing his 'reprehensible' and 'unspeakable' behavior towards the detained activists, some of whom have since returned to their home countries.
Elly Schlein, secretary of Italy's Democratic Party, stated at the Trento Economy Festival that Ben Gvir is not an exception but the rule of the Israeli government, also discussing commercial sanctions, labor, and energy.
An Israeli minister is facing widespread international condemnation and calls for sanctions after sharing a video humiliating foreign activists from a Gaza flotilla. The activists, including a Danish national, were subsequently deported from Israel.
Israeli authorities intercepted a Gaza-bound aid flotilla, detaining over 400 activists. Reports from human rights groups and detainees allege severe mistreatment, including violence and sexual abuse at Ashdod Port, sparking widespread international condemnation and outrage.
Israel's Minister of National Security, Itamar Ben Gvir, has publicly stated that Israel desires settlement in Lebanon and should not fear international pressure.
Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir sparked controversy after being presented with a birthday cake featuring a hangman's noose, which some interpreted as symbolizing the killing of Palestinians. The incident drew criticism and highlighted ongoing tensions.
Activists organized a pro-Palestine protest in Stockholm, Sweden, where a demonstrator controversially depicted Israeli minister Ben Gvir covered in blood.
Amidst debunked claims of Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir being injured in Iranian strikes, questions have arisen regarding his whereabouts, while false rumors about Benjamin Netanyahu and his brother Iddo being hit have also been refuted.
Israeli ultranationalist leader Itamar Ben Gvir is conducting an unrestrained election campaign, including a controversial 'gallows stage' for Palestinians, as he seeks to secure votes for the October 27 elections.
International bodies and several countries have condemned Israeli Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir's calls to kill dozens of people daily in Gaza as 'inhumane' and 'dangerous'. The criticism also extends to his announcement of plans to build an execution chamber for death row inmates in central Israel.
Lawyers for Australian mushroom killer Erin Patterson have begun an appeal against her sentence, pointing to jury irregularities and a 'catastrophic' hotel mix-up during the trial. The defense argues these issues undermined the fairness of the proceedings.
Israel's National Security Minister announced the start of construction for an execution center for Palestinians condemned to death, following a law approved by the Israeli parliament in March.
Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir has controversially called for the targeted killing of 30-40 Palestinians in the Gaza Strip every night. His remarks have sparked widespread condemnation and concern over escalating violence.
Thousands of migrants crossed into the Spanish territory of Ceuta from Morocco, triggering a political backlash and prompting Spanish authorities to return many of them. The event has drawn comparisons to other immigration crises and sparked debate over Europe's response.
Israel's National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir visited the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound, a highly sensitive holy site in Jerusalem. His visit was accompanied by thousands of Israeli occupiers, sparking condemnation and escalating tensions.
Hanamel Dorfman, chief of staff to Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir, cancelled a planned visit to Cyprus after being warned of potential difficulties entering European countries due to an administrative measure imposed by France.
Israel is reportedly moving forward with a plan to reclassify crocodiles, allowing them to be used as a deterrent against prison escapes. This initiative, championed by National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir, aims to place crocodiles around a prison housing Hamas militants.
The United States and Iran have electronically signed a peace deal, with US officials stating that ships have begun freely navigating the Strait of Hormuz. The agreement aims to curb Iran's nuclear program and potentially alleviate its economic struggles, though some Iranians feel betrayed by the deal.
Italian prosecutors have launched an investigation into Israeli Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir regarding the alleged mistreatment of activists from a Gaza flotilla. The inquiry focuses on accusations of torture and war crimes following the interception of the flotilla.
Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani denounced statements made by Israeli minister Ben-Gvir concerning Italy as 'unacceptable and undignified,' asserting they reflect his political and moral level.
Ireland has banned two Israeli government ministers, Itamar Ben-Gvir and Bezalel Smotrich, from entering the country. Dublin considers them radicals responsible for actions in Gaza.
The United States and Iran launched mutual attacks despite ongoing ceasefire efforts, with the US striking Iranian military sites and Tehran responding by targeting an air base. This escalation occurred as peace initiatives faltered in the Middle East.
Alleged abuses against a flotilla have opened a new diplomatic rift between Europe and Israel, with Italy, a key ally of Netanyahu, calling for EU sanctions against Minister Ben Gvir.
Activists from the Gaza flotilla accused Israeli forces of abuse during their detention, while Spanish police were filmed beating returning activists at Bilbao airport, prompting an investigation. Separately, France banned Israeli minister Ben-Gvir from entering the country over the treatment of the detained activists.
Hundreds of activists from the Gaza Flotilla were released and deported by Israel, with many returning to their home countries and recounting their experiences during detention. The deportations sparked international criticism.
Po tarptautinį pasipiktinimą sukėlusio vaizdo įrašo su Gazos flotilės aktyvistais, kurį Izraelio kraštutinių dešiniųjų pažiūrų nacionalinio saugumo ministras Itamaras Ben Gviras paskelbė trečiadienį,…
An Israeli minister posted a video showing Gaza flotilla activists being forced to kneel with bound hands, sparking widespread international condemnation from multiple countries and leading to Israel's government distancing itself from the minister's actions.
Israel announced its intention to sue The New York Times for defamation over allegations of Palestinian prisoner rape, while also facing criticism and defense regarding public figures like Lamine Yamal displaying Palestinian flags. These events unfold as Israel marked its 59th Jerusalem Day with a flag march.
Israel intercepted a Gaza-bound flotilla, detaining numerous activists, with courts extending the detention of some. Allegations of severe physical abuse and torture against the detained activists have emerged, prompting calls for international action.
The Israeli parliament's decision to expand the death penalty for terrorists is seen as a sign of weakness, with the celebration by right-wing minister Itamar Ben Gvir drawing criticism.
Viral posts falsely claim an Iranian strike in Tel Aviv killed Iddo Netanyahu and injured Itamar Ben-Gvir. No reports or official confirmation support them.
Israeli far-right minister Itamar Ben Gvir has announced plans for execution rooms with observation cabins for Palestinians sentenced to death. He also published a video depicting a Palestinian hanging site, sparking controversy.
Hamas has condemned what it calls a 'new war crime' after Israel killed ten people in crowded Gaza hubs. Separately, France denounced Israeli Minister Ben Gvir's remarks as 'unbearable and inhumane'.
Calls are emerging for an entry ban against far-right Israeli Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir, following his controversial statements advocating for the killing of Palestinians, whom he described as "not even human."
Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir announced plans to establish a unit for executing Palestinians sentenced to death, following a death penalty law approved in March. Concurrently, the Israeli government also revealed a new tender for housing in West Bank settlements.
Israel has canceled a controversial plan by ultra-nationalist minister Itamar Ben Gvir to build a prison with crocodiles, following debate over animal protection laws and prison conditions.
The Cypriot foreign ministry has denied any involvement in the cancellation of a planned visit by Hanamel Dorfman, chief of staff to Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir.
Far-right Israeli Minister Itamar Ben Gvir prayed on the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound with hundreds of followers, a move seen as a breach of the long-standing status quo. This action has drawn criticism for violating the delicate arrangements governing the holy site.
Yoaz Hendel sharply criticized Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir's performance and abilities, stating that Otzma Yehudit has become 'Jewish weakness'.
Far-right National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir -- who reportedly proposed in December surrounding a prison for Palestinian detainees with crocodiles, a la Florida's "Alligator Alcatraz"…
A peace deal between the United States and Iran has been announced, prompting cautious welcomes from some while drawing strong criticism and concern from Israeli leaders and other regional actors. The agreement raises questions about its long-term implications for regional stability and the future of Iran's regime.
The Rome Prosecutor's Office is investigating Itamar Ben Gvir over the dissemination of a video filmed in Ashdod port, where activists from the Flotilla were held after their interception, on suspicion of humiliating them.
Italian prosecutors have launched an investigation into Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir. The probe concerns his alleged treatment of activists from a humanitarian flotilla, who were reportedly detained with their hands tied behind their backs.
Lebanon has reported Israeli strikes following the announcement of a truce, indicating a fragile and contested peace. The new ceasefire agreement with Lebanon has divided Israel, with some officials calling it a success and others a mistake.
A poll asks whether Israel should be excluded from European competitions, following alleged abuses by Minister Itamar Ben Gvir against the Global Sumud flotilla, which has created a new rift with the EU.
A Publico article criticizes Europe's perceived hesitation in condemning Israel, particularly in light of an incident involving Ben Gvir, suggesting that even Netanyahu's condemnation of the video as 'not in line with Israel's values' is disingenuous.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has sent a letter to EU leaders, rejecting a proposal for Ukraine to become an 'associate member' of the European Union. Zelenskyy stated that such a proposal would be 'unfair' and leave Ukraine without a voice in the EU.
An opinion piece discusses the complexities of human rights and diplomatic immunity, referencing a situation involving Ben Gvir and critiquing the automatic granting of special status to certain groups.
A profile introduces Peled, the Israeli Ambassador to Italy since 2024, highlighting his role in the diplomatic disputes between Italy and Israel, which have led to multiple summons by the Farnesina.
An Israeli far-right politician, Ben Gvir, publicly called for settlement in Lebanon, stating that Israel should not fear pressure and openly supporting the idea of a 'Greater Israel'.
Israeli Minister Itamar Ben Gvir labeled the EU 'antisemitic' for imposing sanctions on settlers accused of violence, vowing to continue settlement expansion despite the measures.
Israeli minister Ben Gvir celebrated his birthday with cakes prepared by his wife, which featured images of gallows for Palestinians. The cake reportedly read: "Congratulations, Minister Ben Gvir. Dreams sometimes come true."
Former President Trump has reiterated his rejection of a ceasefire with Iran, asserting that Iran desires a deal but fears its own people and the US. Meanwhile, oil prices continue to climb past $100, driven by lingering risks of a prolonged US-Iran war, impacting global powers as Trump and Xi pursue energy dominance, with Europe particularly vulnerable.