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Israeli Minister of National Security Itamar Ben-Gvir at the 74th anniversary Independence Day ceremony in Jerusalem on May 4, 2022. Photo by Yonatan Sindel/Flash90.

Cabinet to consider creation of ‘national guard’ under Ben-Gvir

The new force is a “basic and vital need for the State of Israel,” says Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir.

March 30, 2023

Itamar Ben-Gvir, minister of national security, arrives for a group picture of the new government at the President's Residence in Jerusalem, Dec. 29, 2022. Photo by Yonatan Sindel/Flash90.

‘Guardian of the Walls 2 is coming’: Ben-Gvir warns, unveiling new plans for police

“We must strengthen the police and establish a national guard. We must be ready,” says Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir.

January 25, 2023

Israeli Border Police officers stand guard near the Al Aqsa Mosque compound in Jerusalem's Old City, on May 25, 2022. Photo by Yossi Aloni/Flash90.

Government delays transfer of responsibility to police over communities near Jerusalem

The aim of the 30-day delay is to give the coalition time to create a budget for police to take over missions from the Israeli military.

January 1, 2023

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