Ben-Gvir Criticizes Netanyahu, Security Chiefs for Delays
Translated & summarized from Ice by baba
National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir criticized Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and top security officials for delaying decisions, particularly on immigration. Ben-Gvir also revealed his post-election plans, including a demand for the Defense Ministry to implement policies like encouraging Palestinian emigration and easing IDF open-fire rules. He further stated his intention to appoint MK Tali Gottlieb as Justice Minister with the goal of dismissing the current Attorney General.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir accused Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of delaying decisions and being influenced by security officials.
- Ben-Gvir revealed plans to demand the Defense Ministry post-election to encourage Palestinian emigration and ease IDF rules of engagement.
- He criticized Minister Yariv Levin and vowed to appoint MK Tali Gottlieb as Justice Minister to dismiss the Attorney General.
- Ben-Gvir proposed a conciliatory approach to Haredi conscription, integrating non-students into specific units.
- The Minister highlighted his ministry's achievements, including harsher conditions for terrorists and widespread weapon distribution.
Minister of National Security Itamar Ben-Gvir has sharply criticized Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and senior security officials, accusing them of delaying crucial decisions. In an interview on the "They Convinced Me!" podcast, Ben-Gvir described Netanyahu as someone who "postpones and postpones" decisions, preferring a less pressured approach. He stated that while Netanyahu has made positive changes, particularly since October 7, he still hesitates on issues like immigration, citing "more considerations, more advisors, and more systems" as reasons for the delay.
Ben-Gvir extended his criticism to the "professional echelon," specifically naming the Chief of Staff, the head of Shin Bet, and the head of Military Intelligence as those who "set the tone" for Netanyahu. He argued that these officials are overly cautious and that action is needed rather than prolonged deliberation.
In a separate interview, Ben-Gvir outlined his post-election agenda, reiterating his demand for the Ministry of Defense. His proposed principles include encouraging Palestinian emigration, disarming the Palestinian Authority, demanding reciprocal security cooperation from Egypt and Jordan, and easing IDF open-fire regulations, including against stone-throwers.
Regarding the justice system, Ben-Gvir criticized Minister Yariv Levin for "much talk and little action" and declared his intention to appoint MK Tali Gottlieb as Justice Minister, with her first task being the immediate dismissal of Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara.
Ben-Gvir also confirmed that his party, Otzma Yehudit, will not relinquish the National Security Ministry, which he intends for Minister Yitzhak Wasserlauf, highlighting his ministry's achievements such as harsher conditions for terrorists and the distribution of hundreds of thousands of weapons. On the sensitive issue of conscription, Ben-Gvir proposed a conciliatory approach towards the Haredi community, suggesting that yeshiva students continue their studies while those not studying would be integrated into frameworks like the Haredi Border Police.
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