Itamar Ben-Gvir

Netanyahu's Likud falls to lowest position since June 2025 as Eisenkot reaches new heights - poll

A new Maariv poll shows Likud at its weakest level since June 2025, while Gadi Eisenkot's Yashar reaches a record 23 seats and Bennett maintains his lead over Netanyahu in the prime ministerial race.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu attends a Knesset vote, July 16, 2026.
National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir on Temple Mount, Tisha B'Av, July 23, 2026.

Ben-Gvir visits Temple Mount to mark Tisha B'Av, says Jews feel like 'rightful owners'

Arrest of Muhammad Awad from Nazareth on on suspicion of promoting terrorist activity, July 21, 2026.

Israel charges man who allegedly sought Hamas help, researched explosives to attack Ben-Gvir

	 download high resolution download low resolution add to lightbox file name: F260603YS37  File Size: 3071 KB  caption (en): Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu attends the State Comptroller elections at the plenum of the Knesset, in Jerusalem, June 3, 2026.

Israel's most volatile election season begins with integrity warnings, coalition chaos


Silman defends crocodile barrier for Nukhba prison, says it is security, not publicity stunt

"Anyone who slaughtered, raped, and murdered our people in such a brutal and horrifying manner should know that he is going to sleep surrounded by crocodiles," said Silman.

An Israel Prison Service officer at Ketziot Prison watches as Palestinian prisoners are prepared for release in exchange for Israeli hostages held by Gazan terrorists, February 26, 2025; illustrative.

Ben-Gvir demands Baharav-Miara's removal to join Netanyahu's next coalition

Notably, Ben-Gvir's demand comes against the backdrop of prolonged clashes between Ben-Gvir and Baharav-Miara throughout the current government's term over a series of legal and policy issues.

National Security Minister and Otzma Yehudit leader Itamar Ben-Gvir addresses reporters at the Knesset, in Jerusalem, June 22, 2026

WATCH: Israel Police arrest Nazareth man for planning Hamas-linked plot to attack Ben-Gvir

The Shin Bet and Israel Police said they view any involvement by Israeli citizens in activity that endangers the security of the state and its citizens with the utmost severity.

Arrest of Muhammad Awad from Nazareth on on suspicion of promoting terrorist activity, July 21, 2026.

Yoaz Hendel attacks Ben-Gvir: 'Otzma Yehudit has become Jewish weakness'

Although Hendel did not rule out joining a coalition with Otzma Yehudit and Ben-Gvir, he sharply criticized the ministry's performance and Ben-Gvir’s abilities.

Yoaz Hendel, head of the Reservists’ Party and former minister, holds a press conference in Petah Tikva, May 10, 2026.

Two arrested on suspicion of starting devastating Gilad Farm fire in Samaria

The fire damaged dozens of structures and vehicles and led to the injury of several people, including two firefighters.

Damage caused by a fire that broke out in the Israeli settlement of Havat Gilad in the West Bank, July 19, 2026.

Ben-Gvir uses position to politically influence Israel Police, attorney-general warns High Court

“There remain gaps - significant gaps - concerning the core principle of police independence from ministerial influence,” the update from the Attorney-General’s Office reads.

National Security Minister and Otzma Yehudit leader Itamar Ben-Gvir addresses reporters at the Knesset, in Jerusalem, June 22, 2026

Far-right Nahala settler movement agrees not to enter Gaza, end march at lookout on border

The march, titled "Thousands march to Gaza," bears the slogan "After 21 years, we're returning home," referencing the 2005 disengagement from Gush Katif.

Demonstartors participate in a march to Gaza organized by the far-right Nahala settler movement, July 19, 2026.

Silman declares Nile crocodile ‘cultivated wild animal’ to allow Ben-Gvir's 'crocodile prison' plan

The environmental protection minister changed the crocodile’s legal status to facilitate National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir’s proposed “crocodile prison.”

A crocodile (Crocodylus Acutus) rests at the National Zoo of Managua November 13,2007.

Israeli gov't approves plan to move over half a billion shekels from Arab sector to Shin Bet

The budget is to be taken from government decision 550, which was approved in 2021 to reduce economic and social gaps between Arab society and the rest of the population.

(FILE PHOTO) Israeli security forces, including from the IDF, Border Police, and Shin Bet, operate in the Jenin area in the West Bank, November 20, 2024.

'One of Israel's greatest friends': Netanyahu, Herzog lead tributes as Israel mourns Lindsey Graham

Graham's death was announced on Sunday by his office on social media.

Senator Lindsey Graham (L) meets Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu (R) at the Prime Minister's Office in Jerusalem, February 16, 2026.