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

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First reported by Now 14 · 3 hours ago

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.

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SrugimRight · Hebrew2 hours ago
Itamar Ben Gvir Condemns Left-Wing Groups for Opposing Shin Bet's Role in Arab Sector Crime Fight
Now 14Right · Hebrew3 hours ago
Arab Local Leaders Petition Israeli Supreme Court Against Shin Bet Crime Fight in Arab Sector

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