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Police Chief Disputes Minister Ben-Gvir's Claims on Crime Reduction in Arab Society
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By מילן עמר
First reported by i24NEWS · 3 hours ago
What happened
Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir and Police Commissioner Danny Levi are publicly disagreeing over credit for a crime reduction in Arab society, with Ben-Gvir attributing it to Shin Bet involvement, which the police deny while the Shin Bet claims ongoing operational engagement.
- 01Minister Ben-Gvir claims Shin Bet involvement led to crime reduction in Arab society.
- 02Police Commissioner disputes Ben-Gvir, stating Shin Bet has not yet begun operations.
- 03Shin Bet sources confirm their long-term involvement in combating crime and smuggling.
- 04The dispute centers on who deserves credit for security achievements.
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