Legal Proceedings Begin Against Itamar Ben Gvir’s Advisor for Insulting Knesset Member
How 3 Israeli newsrooms covered this story — translated into English and compared side by side.
By אפרת פורשר
First reported by Now 14 · Jul 21, 2026
What happened
David Bavli, legal advisor to National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir, faces disciplinary trial for insulting a Knesset member’s advisor and posting critical tweets. The trial began Tuesday, with defense claiming political motives behind the charges. Bavli was previously investigated over firearm license irregularities, and the case highlights internal ministry conflicts.
- 01David Bavli, advisor to Itamar Ben Gvir, is on trial for insulting a Knesset member’s legal advisor.
- 02Bavli called Merav Ben Ari’s advisor "ignorant" and "brainless" and posted critical tweets against MKs.
- 03Defense lawyer claims the case is politically motivated and threatens freedom of expression.
- 04Testimony of MK Merav Ben Ari was postponed to October 21.
- 05Bavli was investigated last year over improper firearm license issuance.
- 06Ben Gvir requested to remove the investigation from the commanding officer due to alleged bias.
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