Israel's National Security Minister Boycotts Police Awards Ceremony Amid Tensions
Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir will not attend the annual police commendation ceremony for outstanding service, citing ongoing friction with Police Commissioner Danny Levi. This marks the second consecutive year the ceremony, traditionally held before Rosh Hashanah, has been affected by the dispute. Last year, tensions between Ben-Gvir and police leadership also cast doubt on the event's proceedings.
This year's conflict stems from Ben-Gvir's decision to freeze appointments within the police force pending elections. Despite his absence from the police event, Ben-Gvir attended a similar ceremony for the Israel Prison Service the previous evening, where he personally presented awards and ranks to staff.
The continued strained relationship between Ben-Gvir and Commissioner Levi is now impacting the police awards ceremony for the second year in a row.
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