National Security Minister Ben-Gvir Vows to Burn Sinwar's Body if Appointed Defense Minister

Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir stated on Tuesday that if appointed Defense Minister in the next term, he would ensure the cremation of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar's body, along with those of other terrorists involved in the October 7th attacks. Ben-Gvir made these remarks during an interview on Kan Reshet Bet, where he outlined a series of policy changes he intends to implement if given the defense portfolio.

Beyond the controversial statement regarding the bodies, Ben-Gvir presented a broader vision for security policy. He expressed a desire to encourage "voluntary emigration" from Gaza and the West Bank, and to dismantle what he termed the "containment doctrine." His proposed changes also include disarming the Palestinian Authority, arresting terror supporters, and revising open-fire regulations to provide broader backing for IDF soldiers.

Ben-Gvir also detailed plans to reform IDF service conditions and structure. These include increasing soldiers' salaries, providing free land to combat soldiers, altering the IDF's code of ethics, and opening elite units to the general population. These proposals follow his previous announcement last week of his intention to seek the Defense Minister position in the upcoming term, where he had already presented some of his core principles.

According to Ben-Gvir, the comprehensive set of measures is aimed at fundamentally changing Israel's security concept. "As Defense Minister, I will bring a different conceptual change," he declared in the interview.