Tag #Itamar Ben-Gvir

"What are the immediate consequences of Israel's gun license distribution reform, considering both the number of licenses issued and the reported irregularities?"

"In the past year, Israel's gun license distribution reform, initiated by National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir, resulted in 138,000 individuals receiving firearms, out of 365,000 applicants. However, a police investigation revealed 1,146 licenses were issued improperly, raising concerns about safety and due process. This represents a small percentage of the total licenses issued, but experts warn that even a small number of improperly distributed weapons could pose a significant risk. "