Ben-Gvir Accuses Police Chief of Wanting to See 'Blood' Amid Protest Intervention Bid

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National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir petitioned the High Court to lift a ban on his interference in police protest operations. He accused Police Commissioner Dany Levy of using excessive force against Haredi protesters and allegedly telling officers "I want to see blood." Ben-Gvir also claimed Levy is politically motivated in his current actions.

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Minister Ben-Gvir asked the High Court to cancel a ban on his interference in police protest operations.
Ben-Gvir accused Police Commissioner Dany Levy of using excessive force against Haredi protesters.
The minister alleged Levy told officers "I want to see blood" during protests.
Ben-Gvir claimed Levy is politically motivated and preparing for future political roles.
The petition highlights a significant dispute between Ben-Gvir and the police commissioner.

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Israel's Minister of National Security, Itamar Ben-Gvir, has filed a petition with the High Court of Justice (Bagatz) seeking to overturn a restraining order that prevents him from interfering in police operations during protests. In his petition, Ben-Gvir leveled severe accusations against Police Commissioner Dany Levy, including the excessive use of force against Haredi protesters and discriminatory enforcement. Ben-Gvir alleged that Levy told officers in the field, "I want to see blood."

Ben-Gvir further criticized Levy, stating, "Dany Levy was a police commissioner who implemented policy until the election results, and now he is preparing himself for Saglovich from Ra'am." The minister's move signals a significant escalation in his conflict with the police leadership over the handling of demonstrations.