Israeli security minister stirs diplomatic outrage with flotilla activist abuse video Far-right figure Itamar Ben-Gvir shares footage of himself taunting bound international detainees The Guardian - UK · May 20
London families' anxious wait for news of loved ones held by Israel amid Ben-Gvir 'detainee taunting' video outrage London MPs demand sanctions on Israel as Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper says the incident ‘violates the most basic standards of respect and dignity in the way people should be treated’ Evening Standard · May 20
Activists deported after taunting by Israeli minister Israel is deporting hundreds of activists who attempted to breach a naval blockade of Gaza, including those jeered on video by the Israeli police minister. AAP · May 20
Ben Gvir Mocks 430 Zip-Tied Kneeling Flotilla Activists With Israel's Anthem Blaring — Even Netanyahu Says He Went Too Far Israeli Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir faces international backlash after posting a video showing detained Gaza flotilla activists in degrading conditions International Business Times UK · May 20
Far-right Israeli minister sparks outcry with video of bound and kneeling Gaza flotilla activists Israel's far-right National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir posted a video on Wednesday of some 430 activists detained from the Gaza-bound Global Sumud Flotilla, many of them bound and kneeling, accompanied by the message: "Welcome to Israel." European governments and Israeli politicians were quick to denounce the video. France 24 · May 20
Israeli minister sparks international fury over video harassing flotilla activists A far-right Israeli minister has sparked fury after footage emerged showing him brutally harassing activists who had taken part in a flotilla to… The National (Scotland) · May 20
Israel's National Security Minister Sparks Horror With AI Video of Executions for Palestinian Detainees: 'I Dream of Nooses' Israeli Minister Itamar Ben Gvir's AI-generated TikTok video advocating death by hanging for Palestinians has sparked widespread outrage and calls for international accountability. International Business Times UK · May 7
Israel national security minister served golden death penalty noose birthday cake Fellow politicians criticised Ben-Gvir for having police officials attend his birthday party The Independent UK · May 3
Israeli Minister Ben Gvir Receives Birthday Cake From His Wife Featuring a Noose Meant for Palestinian Prisoners Israel's National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir's birthday party featured noose-themed cakes, symbolising the controversial death penalty law targeting Palestinians, sparking widespread criticism and legal challenges. International Business Times UK · May 3
Dead or Alive? Deciphering the Misinformation Around Iddo Netanyahu's 'Death' Viral claims that Iddo Netanyahu was killed and Itamar Ben-Gvir injured in an Iranian strike have been debunked, with the footage traced to a house fire in New Jersey rather than an attack in Israel. International Business Times UK · Mar 10
Palestinian factions say they agree to let independent technocrat committee run Gaza Administration will manage basic services ‘in cooperation with Arab brothers and international institutions’, says joint statement The Guardian - UK · Oct 24, 2025
Palestinian leader Marwan Barghouti assaulted by Israeli prison guards, son says Family fears for 66-year-old’s life after assault while he was being transferred between prisons The Guardian - UK · Oct 15, 2025
What would Palestinians' most popular leader do if freed? No one knows Israel and Hamas agreed to implement the first phase of Trump's Gaza peace plan, but Israel did not release high-profile prisoner Marwan Barghouti. Euronews · Oct 10, 2025
Israel foils Hamas plot to assassinate far-right minister Ben Gvir with explosives Israel’s security agency Shin Bet said it seized devices attached to multiple drones The Independent UK · Sep 4, 2025
The Conversation · Aug 21, 2025 With eyes on re-election, Netanyahu’s fights with world leaders aim to distract from his many political problems As the longest-serving Israeli prime minister (17 years), Benjamin Netanyahu is famous for his political wizardry and survival skills. But he is also a highly controversial figure with questionable moral standards and legacy.
The Independent UK · Aug 6, 2025 IDF chief opposes Netanyahu plans to seize Gaza amid fears Israeli hostages and troops will die Exclusive: Israeli sources tell The Independent of the desperate campaign to halt Netanyahu’s Gaza war expansion plan – and say it will only put Israeli troops and hostages at risk
The Conversation · Jun 11, 2025 Sanctioning extremist Israeli ministers is a start, but Australia and its allies must do more The Australian government is imposing financial and travel sanctions on two far-right Israeli ministers: Itamar Ben-Gvir (the national security minister) and Bezalel Smotrich (finance minister).
The Guardian - UK · Jun 10, 2025 UK, Australia and Canada sanction two far-right Israeli ministers for inciting West Bank violence New Zealand and Norway also impose measures on Itamar Ben-Gvir and Bezalel Smotrich
Euronews · Jun 10, 2025 Netanyahu set to hold Iran security meeting after call with Trump Far-right ministers Itamar Ben Gvir and Bezalel Smotrich are also expected to participate in the security meeting.
The National (Scotland) · May 10, 2025 Israel 'sending soldiers to commit war crimes in Gaza', says former army chief Israel is "sending soldiers to commit war crimes in Gaza", a former army chief has said
International Business Times · May 1, 2025 Israel's Netanyahu Warns Wildfires Could Reach Jerusalem Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu warned on Wednesday that rapidly spreading wildfires near Jerusalem could reach the city, as he declared the situation a "national emergency".
International Business Times · Mar 24, 2025 Pushing Effort To Sack Security Chief, Israel PM Alleges Anti-govt Plot Israel's prime minister, pushing to dismiss internal security chief Ronen Bar, on Monday alleged an attempt to bring down his government after Israeli media reported Bar's agency spent months probing far-right infiltration of the police.
International Business Times · Mar 21, 2025 Ronen Bar: Ex-Shin Bet Chief Who Incurred Right-wing Wrath The days of Ronen Bar as Israel's Shin Bet chief were already numbered after Hamas's deadly attack on October 7, 2023, having hinted he would resign to take responsibility for failing to prevent it.
The Conversation · Jan 31, 2025 How Trump’s suggestion to ‘clean out’ Gaza sent shockwaves through the Middle East This article was first published as World Affairs Briefing from The Conversation UK. Click here to receive this newsletter every Thursday, direct to your inbox.
The Conversation · Jan 30, 2025 The growing influence of Israel’s ultranationalist settler movement Days after taking office, as he issued executive order after executive order to change the political face of America, Donald Trump also turned his attention to the war in Gaza.