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Itamar Ben-Gvir Blocks Senior Appointment in Israel's Lahav 433 Without Explanation
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First reported by Ynet · 36 minutes ago
What happened
National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir has delayed the appointment of Senior Superintendent Itzik Alfasi to a key Lahav 433 role without explanation, prompting Alfasi to petition the court. Alfasi was recommended by police leadership but Ben-Gvir refused to approve the appointment, raising concerns about political interference in police independence.
- 01Itamar Ben-Gvir delayed Itzik Alfasi's appointment as Lahav 433 spokesperson without providing reasons.
- 02Alfasi was recommended by the police commissioner and senior command staff.
- 03The refusal lacked proper administrative procedure and professional justification.
- 04Deputy legal advisors warned that such delays could harm law enforcement independence.
- 05Alfasi petitioned the court to complete his appointment process.
- 06The case raises concerns about political interference in police operations.
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