National Security Minister Ben-Gvir Appears on Channel 12 Amidst Boycott

National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir appeared for an interview on Channel 12 news, despite many ministers and Knesset members from the ruling coalition continuing to boycott the network. The boycott stems from a demand for Channel 12 to issue a formal apology to soldiers of the "100 Unit" over its reporting concerning the "Shadei Teiman" affair. Despite the charges against the soldiers being dropped, the demand for an apology remains.

Ben-Gvir's decision to participate in the interview is particularly noteworthy given his recent statement that he intends to seek the position of Defense Minister in the next government. His appearance places him in the spotlight as a leader who wishes to head the defense establishment, while the soldiers in question are still awaiting a public apology from the network.

Several coalition ministers and public officials had previously announced they would not appear on Channel 12 until a formal apology was issued. The 100 Unit soldiers have previously voiced criticism towards public officials who resumed interviews with the channel before their demand for an apology was met.

Minister Ben-Gvir did not provide a comment regarding his appearance.