Ben-Gvir Tells Time Magazine Netanyahu Not Solely to Blame for Oct. 7 Failures
Translated & summarized from Mignews by baba
Minister of National Security Itamar Ben-Gvir told Time magazine that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is not solely responsible for the failures leading to the October 7th attacks, pointing to intelligence agencies as more culpable. Ben-Gvir, who supports the right-wing coalition, also proposed Israeli control over Gaza, voluntary emigration of Palestinians, and extending sovereignty to Judea and Samaria. His views have drawn criticism for potentially undermining democracy and increasing tensions.
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- Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir told Time magazine that intelligence agencies are more guilty than PM Netanyahu for Oct. 7 failures.
- Ben-Gvir supports the right-wing coalition and sees Netanyahu as the country's leader.
- He proposed Israeli control over Gaza and voluntary emigration of its residents.
- Ben-Gvir also advocated for extending Israeli sovereignty to Judea and Samaria.
- His proposals have drawn criticism from opposition and international observers.
- The interview was published on October 22, 2026.
Minister of National Security Itamar Ben-Gvir, in his first English-language interview with foreign media in four years, spoke with Time magazine about leadership responsibility for the October 7th events and the country's future. Ben-Gvir stated that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu bears some responsibility for the failures but believes intelligence agencies are more culpable. "Netanyahu is not blameless, but there are many people more guilty than him," Ben-Gvir was quoted as saying, while still viewing Netanyahu as the nation's leader and supporting the continuation of the right-wing coalition. The minister also outlined his vision for regional policy, advocating for Israel to exert full control over Gaza, encourage the voluntary emigration of its residents, extend Israeli sovereignty to Judea and Samaria, and disarm Palestinian Authority forces. These proposals have drawn criticism from opposition figures and international observers, who accuse him of undermining democracy and escalating tensions. Ben-Gvir admitted that while he previously supported the expulsion of all Arabs, he now accepts the presence of those loyal to the Jewish state. The interview was published on October 22, 2026.
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