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Security · Full coverage

Itamar Ben Gvir Condemns Left-Wing Groups for Opposing Shin Bet's Role in Arab Sector Crime Fight

How 2 Israeli newsrooms covered this story — translated into English and compared side by side.

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By אריה יואלי

First reported by Now 14 · Aug 2, 2026

What happened

Israel's National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir condemned left-wing groups and Arab local authorities for petitioning the High Court against involving Shin Bet in fighting crime in the Arab sector, accusing them of hypocrisy and protecting criminals. The decision to include Shin Bet was made last week by the government and aims to tackle murders in the Arab community.

  • 01Itamar Ben Gvir criticized left-wing groups for opposing Shin Bet's involvement in Arab sector crime fighting.
  • 02The decision to involve Shin Bet was made last week by Netanyahu, Ben Gvir, and the Minister for Social Equality.
  • 03The move was delayed due to legal advice from the Attorney General.
  • 04Ben Gvir accused petitioners of protecting criminals and hiding fund allocations.
  • 05He vowed to continue efforts to restore governance and fight violence in the Arab sector.

Summary translated & synthesized from the sources below by baba. Read each original for the full report.

In this story
People
Benjamin NetanyahuItamar Ben-Gvir
OrganizationsShin Bet, National Committee of Arab Local Authorities, Attorney General
PlacesArab sector, Israel

Full coverage · 2 outlets

The same event, reported separately by each newsroom. Open a few to compare what each emphasizes — and what they leave out.

SrugimRight · HebrewAug 2, 2026
Itamar Ben Gvir Condemns Left-Wing Groups for Opposing Shin Bet's Role in Arab Sector Crime Fight
Now 14Right · HebrewAug 2, 2026
Arab Local Leaders Petition Israeli Supreme Court Against Shin Bet Crime Fight in Arab Sector

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