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Ben Gvir Appoints Bereaved Families to Inspect Security Prisoners, Drawing Legal and Political Backlash
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First reported by Mako · Jun 17, 2026
What happened
Itamar Ben Gvir has appointed bereaved families to serve as official inspectors of security prisoners, replacing professional monitors. The move has drawn accusations that it is illegal and could harm Israel’s international standing. Former prison officials warned it may also escalate tensions inside and outside prisons.
- 01Ben Gvir replaced professional prison inspectors with bereaved families.
- 02The number of inspectors was cut from about 100 to fewer than 20.
- 03Critics say the move violates Israeli and international law.
- 04Former prison officials warned of international backlash and prison escalation.
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