Itamar Ben-Gvir

WATCH: 'All of Israel is ours': Smotrich calls to annex West Bank in Jerusalem Day speech

"The time has come for us to finally erase the lines that distinguish between Areas A, B, and C, the entire Land of Israel is ours," Smotrich said at the Religious Zionist Merkaz HaRav Yeshiva.

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich gives a Jerusalem Day address, May 14, 2026.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu speaks at a Jerusalem Day event, May 14, 2026; illustrative.

Over half of Israelis want PM Netanyahu to retire from politics, not run in Knesset election - poll

National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir waves the Israeli flag as he tours the Temple Mount in Jerusalem's Old City, May 14, 2026

Ben-Gvir declares ownership of Temple Mount as activists clash in Jerusalem ahead of flag march

 Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu speaks during a ceremony commemorating Israel’s Remembrance Day for fallen soldiers, or Yom HaZikaron, at the Military Cemetery on Mount Herzl in Jerusalem April 21, 2026.

How Netanyahu's battle with legal system may shape future of Mossad, Shin Bet, IDF - analysis


Israel's death penalty law draws inspiration from US policy, Ben-Gvir tells 'Post'

Per the bill, West Bank terrorists would receive the automatic death penalty barring specific appeals, while terrorists in other areas would be given either capital punishment or life imprisonment.

National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir celebrates the passing of the Death Penalty for Terrorists bill in the Knesset, March 30, 2026

Western Wall priestly blessing limited to 50 as High Court permits larger anti-war protests

The enforced restrictions at the Western Wall sparked controversy after the High Court intervened in the dispute over Saturday night’s anti-war protests.

THE PRIESTLY BLESSING takes place at the Western Wall, April 5, 2026.

The greatest threat to Israel is not on the battlefield - it's at home - opinion

Israel faces a greater danger at home as Netanyahu’s coalition choices risk democracy, social cohesion, and long-term stability.

National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir wore a gold pin of a noose, December 8, 2025.

Eight Muslim nations condemn Israel's 'dangerous' new death penalty law

Pakistan, Turkey, Egypt, Indonesia, Jordan, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates emphasized the "urgent need to refrain from measures" that risk further inflaming tensions on the ground.

National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir celebrates the passing of the Death Penalty for Terrorists bill in the Knesset, March 30, 2026

Gulf states urge end of war, terror death penalty approved

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NATIONAL SECURITY Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir is seen wearing a gold pin of a noose, on December 8, 2025.

One month of war uncertainty leaves Israel’s political map unchanged - poll

The poll further found that 51% of Israelis do not trust US President Donald Trump to end the war with Iran in a way that would preserve Israel’s interests.

 A man casts his vote in the Israeli general elections, at a polling station in Jerusalem, on November 1, 2022.

Death penalty bill expected for final vote next week after Knesset panel approves outline

The bill stipulates that a terrorist who intentionally kills a person as part of an act of terrorism will be sentenced to death, with the sentencing not requiring a unanimous verdict.

National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir at the Knesset committee discussing the death penalty law.

Knesset panel advances death penalty bill for final readings, Ben-Gvir vows law will pass

The National Security Committee has been holding marathon discussions on the bill, which is expected to be brought for its final readings in the plenum next week.

Minister of National Security Itamar Ben-Gvir in a Knesset plenum about the death penalty bill, in Jerusalem. March 24, 2026.

Rinat Saban receives promotion as Ben-Gvir appeals court order

The appeal seeks to overturn the Feb. 9 court order for Saban’s promotion and the March 18 clarification making it effective retroactively if Ben-Gvir did not sign by March 23.

National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir arrives for a hearing at the District Court in Jerusalem, January 25, 2026, after Superintendent Rinat Saban filed a lawsuit accusing him, according to reports, of blocking her promotion in the police.

IDF chief Zamir, Ben-Gvir clash over rising settler violence in West Bank

Lt.-Gen. Eyal Zamir warns of rising settler violence in the West Bank, stressing its impact on security and operations, while National Security Minister Ben-Gvir calls for stronger retaliation.

An Israeli settler rides a donkey near an Israeli vehicle, during olive harvesting in Silwad, near Ramallah, in the West Bank, October 29, 2025.