Netanyahu Criticizes Ben Gvir Over Gaza Strikes Amid Cabinet Tensions

First reported by Now 14 · 2 hours ago

What happened

In a tense Security Cabinet meeting, Netanyahu and Ben Gvir clashed over Gaza strike policies amid peace roadmap discussions and recent soldier deaths in Lebanon. Political friction also surfaced within the right-wing coalition ahead of elections.

• 01Ben Gvir demands daily targeted killings in Gaza; Netanyahu hints election period limits tactical actions.
• 02Peace Council urges Israel to reduce Gaza hostilities to advance a peace roadmap.
• 03Cabinet ministers warn the peace plan risks Israel's security and oppose it.
• 04Two IDF soldiers killed in Lebanon prompt calls for a strong response to Hezbollah.
• 05Political tensions rise between Ben Gvir's Otzma Yehudit and Religious Zionism parties.
• 06Ben Gvir plans to petition against Democratic leader Yair Golan over derogatory remarks.

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Kikar HaShabbatRight · Hebrew2 hours ago

Netanyahu Criticizes Ben Gvir Over Gaza Strikes Amid Cabinet Tensions

Now 14Right · Hebrew2 hours ago

Netanyahu and Ben Gvir Clash Over Gaza Targeted Killings Policy

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