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Ben-Gvir's Alleged Police Interference Sparks Knesset Debate

Leaked WhatsApp messages reveal Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir's alleged illegal interventions in police operations, prompting calls for an emergency Knesset debate and a High Court petition for his dismissal.

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PoliticsIsraelInvestigationGovernmentControversyLaw

KnessetYesh AtidIsraeli PoliceChannel 13High Court Of Justice

Itamar Ben-GvirAmir OhanaYoav SegalovitzAmi EshedBenjamin Netanyahu

What is the current legal status of Ben-Gvir's position?: The situation highlights the ongoing tensions within the Israeli government and the legal challenges facing Minister Ben-Gvir. The Attorney General's upcoming legal opinion is highly anticipated.
What prompted the request for an emergency Knesset debate?: Yesh Atid MK and former Deputy Internal Security Minister Yoav Segalovitz, along with a senior police official, requested an emergency Knesset debate due to revelations of National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir's alleged illegal interventions in police operations.
What are the legal implications of Ben-Gvir's alleged actions?: Ben-Gvir's actions are raising concerns about the independence of the police and potential breaches of Israeli law. A High Court petition seeks his dismissal due to the "extreme unreasonableness" of his appointment.
What other actions by Ben-Gvir were revealed through the leaks?: The leaked messages also indicate Ben-Gvir's intention to provoke a crisis with Prime Minister Netanyahu by spending Ramadan in the Old City and his consultation with far-right extremist Bentzi Gopstein on ministry matters.
What evidence was presented in the Channel 13 investigative program?: The Channel 13's Hamekor investigative program revealed leaked WhatsApp messages suggesting Ben-Gvir's involvement in operational matters, including encouraging the use of stun grenades against protestors and influencing police personnel appointments, which are against the law.

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