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Ben-Gvir Pushes for $250 Million for Hamas Trials, Diverting Funds
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National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir is seeking $250 million from other ministries to fund a special military tribunal for Hamas Nukhba force members accused of October 7 attacks. Preparations for the trials have not yet started, and they are not expected to begin until 2028. Ben-Gvir's request involves diverting funds from other government departments.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir seeks $250 million for Hamas trials.
- Funds are requested from other government ministries.
- The tribunal will prosecute members of Hamas' elite Nukhba force.
- Trials are not expected to begin until 2028.
- Preparations for the trials have not yet commenced.
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