Ben-Gvir

Muslim police recruits decline sharply under National Security Minister Ben-Gvir

Overall police recruitment has risen in recent years, but Muslim enlistment has sharply declined, despite Muslims accounting for more than 18% of Israel’s population.

|ByEFRAT FORSHER
An Israel Police officer standing outside the headquarters of Lahav 433 - The National Crime Unit; illustrative.
(L-R): National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir and Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich seen in the Knesset plenum, December 29, 2022

Netanyahu calls for Otzma Yehudit and RZP to unite, Ben-Gvir signals his opposition

"Only a large Otzma Yehudit, together with Smotrich and Ofer Winter running together, only in this way can a fully right-wing government be formed," Ben-Gvir said.

|ByESTHER DAVIS, MAARIV
Gadi Eisenkot, head of the Yashar! party, speaks during the launch of a book in Herzliya, central Israel, April 26, 2026

Eisenkot edges Netanyahu for PM suitability, Yashar bigger than Likud - poll

The bloc breakdown based on the results shows the coalition bloc with 50 seats, the opposition with 59 seats, and Arab parties with 11 seats.

|ByMAARIV ONLINE
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is seen examining the Altalena exhibit following the discovery of the ship ‘Altalena’, at the Etzel Museum in Tel Aviv on August 24, 2026.

Netanyahu, Ben-Gvir clash over credit after Altalena discovery

After Ben-Gvir issued a statement about the discovery without crediting Netanyahu, the prime minister avoided a joint appearance and photo with the minister, instead delivering his remarks alone.

|ByAVI SOLOMON, JERUSALEM POST STAFF

Flotilla activists detained at Ashdod Port after Israeli Navy intercepts Gaza-bound vessels

“All 430 activists have been transferred to Israeli vessels and are making their way to Israel, where they will be able to meet with their consular representatives,” the Israeli Foreign Ministry said.

MAY 20, 2026BySARAH BEN-NUN, MICHAEL STARR
A vessel from the Global Sumud Flotilla, pictured April 12, 2026; illustrative.

Israel is becoming less Jewish, not just less democratic, WZO's Yizhar Hess argues

Dr. Yizhar Hess, Vice chairman of the World Zionist Organization and a 10th-generation Jerusalemite, argues Israel has created an "unholy connection between state and religion".

MAY 18, 2026ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
People celebrate Israel’s 78th Independence Day at Sacher Park in Jerusalem, April 22, 2026.

Ben-Gvir demands urgent action to expel illegal immigrants in southern Tel Aviv and beyond

National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir called for urgent action to expel illegal immigrants from southern Tel Aviv, citing rising crime and security issues.

MAY 12, 2026ByANNA BARSKY
National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir speaks to the media outside the Supreme Court in Jerusalem, April 15, 2026.

Ben-Gvir appoints former Netanyahu adviser as Otzma Yehudit campaign strategist

The Otzma Yehudit party, known for its far-right stance, has recently polled at around eight seats, making it a key player in Netanyahu’s coalition.

APRIL 27, 2026ByKESHET NEEV
Ofer Golan arrive for a court hearing of Yonatan Orich and Eli Feldstein who were arrested in the so-called Qatargate investigation, at the Magistrate's Court in Rishon Lezion, April 1, 2025.

Dismantling government investments in Israeli Arab society - opinion

“Investing in employment, in education, in infrastructure in Arab society is not a left or right, conservative or liberal issue.”

APRIL 20, 2026ByKENNETH BANDLER
Israeli President Isaac Herzog is seen meeting with Arab women at the President's Residence in Jerusalem, on June 25, 2023.

Turkey seeking nearly 5,000 years in prison for Netanyahu over October Gaza flotilla

The 35-member list of those charged also includes Defense Minister Katz and National Security Minister Ben-Gvir, with Netanyahu, Katz, and Ben-Gvir responding to the indictment on Saturday.

APRIL 12, 2026ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
Activists including Greta Thunberg, stand on a boat that is part of the Global Sumud Flotilla, a humanitarian expedition to Gaza, as seen from the port in Barcelona, Spain August 31, 2025

Ben-Gvir tours Temple Mount, urges expanded access for worshippers amid Iran war restrictions

National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir visits the Temple Mount, calling for expanded worshipper access amid wartime restrictions, while criticizing the High Court's approval of larger protests.

APRIL 7, 2026ByKESHET NEEV
National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir tours the Temple Mount with Home Front Command officials, Monday April 6, 2026.

Israel’s population struggles with depression amid ongoing conflict, crises - opinion

Ongoing war, political tension, and societal strain cause many Israelis to feel growing despair and uncertainty about the future of Israel.

APRIL 6, 2026BySUSAN HATTIS ROLEF
Israeli security and rescue forces at the scene where a missile fired from Lebanon toward Israel caused damage in the northern Israeli city of Kiryat Shmona, March 23, 2026.

Western Wall priestly blessing limited to 50 as High Court permits larger anti-war protests

The enforced restrictions at the Western Wall sparked controversy after the High Court intervened in the dispute over Saturday night’s anti-war protests.

APRIL 5, 2026ByKESHET NEEV
THE PRIESTLY BLESSING takes place at the Western Wall, April 5, 2026.

Knesset approves death penalty for terrorists bill, Netanyahu in favor

The Knesset plenum passed a bill that would legislate the death penalty for terrorists in Israel after final readings on Monday evening.

MARCH 30, 2026ByKESHET NEEV, SAM HALPERN
Knesset approves death penalty for terrorists bill, March 30, 2026.