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Ben Gvir Delays Police Intelligence Spokesperson Appointment, Lawyers Threaten Petition
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First reported by Ynet · Jun 23, 2026
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Lawyers have demanded that National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir finalize the appointment of Itzik Elפסי as spokesperson for the police Intelligence and Investigations Division. They warned that if he does not respond within seven days, they will go to court, following other challenged police promotion delays.
- 01Lawyers demand Itzik Elפסi's police appointment be finalized immediately.
- 02More than six months have passed without Ben Gvir's signature or a reasoned decision.
- 03They warn the delay could hurt police communications during an election period.
- 04A court petition will follow if no detailed answer arrives within seven days.
- 05Similar delays have already led three intelligence and investigations officers to court.
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