Ben-Gvir Advocates Gaza Emigration, Criticizes Israeli Leadership
Translated & summarized from Makor Rishon by baba
Minister of National Security Itamar Ben-Gvir spoke at a conference, advocating for the emigration of Gazans and criticizing political rivals. He revealed that five countries agreed to accept 100,000 residents from Gaza, suggesting American involvement is a factor. Ben-Gvir also defended his principled stance against releasing terrorists and providing humanitarian aid, contrasting his approach with other Israeli leaders. He further discussed his party's inclusivity and his vision for future government appointments.
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- Minister Ben-Gvir revealed five countries agreed to accept 100,000 Gazan residents, hinting at American involvement.
- Ben-Gvir stated he is the only minister who resigned over terrorist release deals and voted against aid.
- He criticized rivals Smotrich and Eisenkot for their political stances and cabinet contributions.
- Ben-Gvir expressed a desire for Gaza's return and emigration, suggesting Tali Gottlieb for Justice Minister.
- He defended his "tough hand" approach to security and promised similar reforms for Haredi IDF conscription.
- The minister believes Netanyahu needs his party to "guard" the government from the right.
Minister of National Security Itamar Ben-Gvir spoke at the "HaDor Koveh" conference on Sunday, outlining his views on internal security, the Temple Mount, and the religious Zionist sector. Ben-Gvir asserted that his party, Otzma Yehudit, is inclusive, contrasting it with what he perceived as the religious Zionist sector's tendency to be a "sub-sector." He also took aim at fellow ministers, criticizing Bezalel Smotrich for focusing only on "Axis 60" and Gadi Eisenkot for his constant negativity in cabinet meetings.
Ben-Gvir stated that some on the right have a problem with him because he is the only one who resigned over deals to release terrorists and voted against humanitarian aid to Gaza, emphasizing his opposition to releasing "arch-murderers." He expressed a desire to return to Gaza and encourage emigration, even suggesting Tali Gottlieb could be the next Justice Minister.
Responding to a question about international concerns regarding Otzma Yehudit, Ben-Gvir recalled that Yoav Gallant had warned him about potential arrest warrants, noting Gallant himself had faced one. He also mentioned Gideon Sa'ar and Benjamin Netanyahu's initial approach to a flotilla, contrasting it with his own "tough hand" approach as "the boss."
Regarding Prime Minister Netanyahu, Ben-Gvir said the premier believes he does good work but is too principled, specifically mentioning his vote against collapsing the Palestinian Authority. Ben-Gvir believes Netanyahu needs them in the government to "guard it from the right."
On the issue of emigration from Gaza, Ben-Gvir revealed that five countries had agreed to accept a total of 100,000 residents, hinting that "as far as I understand, it doesn't stop with the Americans." He also addressed the lack of rabbis at a right-wing rescue conference, questioning why Rabbis Dov Lior and Shmuel Eliyahu wouldn't be considered.
Ben-Gvir also discussed his approach to violence in Judea and Samaria, stating he supports decisive action against those who cross the line but condemning persecution of settlers. He promised to apply the same model used in the police force to the IDF regarding the conscription of Haredim, suggesting they would learn Torah while serving.
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