Israeli Minister Ben-Gvir Vows to Dissolve Palestinian Authority, End Concessions
Translated & summarized from Al-Shams by baba
Israeli Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir announced his intention to dissolve the Palestinian Authority and reform the military. He also rejected any return to the Oslo Accords, withdrawals, or concessions with the Palestinians. Ben-Gvir claimed his policies have made Palestinian prisoners' lives difficult and that his symbols have reduced attacks. His statements align with his calls for stricter measures against Palestinians and expanded settlements.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir vowed to dissolve the Palestinian Authority and reform the Israeli military.
- Ben-Gvir rejected any return to the Oslo Accords, withdrawals, or concessions with the Palestinians.
- He claimed his policies have made Palestinian prisoners' lives difficult.
- Ben-Gvir distributed pins with a noose symbol, claiming they reduced attacks.
- He called Arab Knesset members the "fifth column" and stated they have no place in parliament.
Israeli Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir has declared his intention to dissolve the Palestinian Authority and implement significant changes within the Israeli military, should he be appointed to head the Defense Ministry in the next government. Ben-Gvir stated his desire to extend reforms he claims to have enacted in the prison service and police to the army, asserting, "I want to dissolve the Palestinian Authority, and I intend to make changes in the army during the next government." He also claimed to have made the lives of Palestinian prisoners "hell" through measures taken since he assumed office.
Ben-Gvir further discussed his security policies, including the distribution of pins featuring a noose symbol in schools, which he claims have reduced the number of attacks. This symbol aligns with his support for the death penalty for individuals convicted of carrying out attacks.
Politically, Ben-Gvir intensified his criticism of Arab Knesset members from the Joint List and parties supporting a Palestinian state, labeling them the "fifth column" and stating they have no place in the Knesset. Regarding the political process with the Palestinians, he firmly rejected a return to the Oslo Accords, any withdrawals from Palestinian territories, or any further concessions, declaring, "No more Oslo Accords, no more withdrawals, no more concessions."
These statements reflect Ben-Gvir's broader stance advocating for harsher measures against Palestinians, increased settlement expansion, and reinforced Israeli control over Palestinian territories. His potential appointment as Defense Minister raises questions about his planned actions, including the dissolution of the Palestinian Authority and restructuring of the military.
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