Israel's National Security Minister Demands Court Restore Police Control During Protests
Translated & summarized from Mignews by baba
Israel's National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir has appealed to the High Court of Justice to regain control over police actions during protests. He accuses Police Inspector General Dani Levi of using excessive force and interfering with operational decisions. Ben-Gvir seeks to overturn a court order limiting his authority, stating it's necessary to protect lives and prevent misconduct.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir appealed to Israel's High Court of Justice to restore his control over police during protests.
- Ben-Gvir accuses Police Inspector General Dani Levi of ordering excessive force against demonstrators.
- The minister claims Levi stated, "I want to see blood," during a protest.
- Ben-Gvir alleges Levi interfered with police operational decisions and made illegal personnel changes.
- The minister argues restoring his powers is crucial for protecting lives and preventing police misconduct.
Israel's Minister of National Security, Itamar Ben-Gvir, has filed an urgent appeal with the High Court of Justice (Bagatz), seeking to overturn a judicial order that stripped him of his authority to intervene in police operational actions during public demonstrations. Ben-Gvir's legal interests in the case are represented by attorney Ze'ev Wolf.
In his petition, Ben-Gvir leveled strong accusations against the Inspector General of Police, Dani Levi, alleging that Levi personally ordered excessive force against ultra-Orthodox demonstrators. The petition claims the police chief publicly demanded decisive measures, stating, "I want to see blood." The minister also pointed to systematic, selective enforcement during protests by various groups, asserting that the police chief directly interfered with operational decisions of officers on the ground and made personnel changes to district commanders in violation of legal norms.
Ben-Gvir believes Levi, who previously followed the ministry's directives, changed his stance after the elections and began aligning with opposition elements. The minister stated he would not ignore instances of police violence and arbitrary actions against protesters. He urged the Bagatz judges to immediately revoke the current restriction, arguing that restoring his powers is essential to protect lives and prevent unlawful actions while ensuring public safety.
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