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Ben-Gvir Accuses Shin Bet Chief, Urges Gaza Action

4/16/2025

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Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir has launched a scathing critique of Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar, accusing him of politicizing the agency and hindering military efforts. He urged for intensified operations in Gaza to crush Hamas, while voicing alarm over US-Iran negotiations, warning that Iran remains a looming threat to both Israel and the United States.

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Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir has launched a scathing critique of Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar, accusing him of politicizing the agency and hindering military efforts. He urged for intensified operations in Gaza to crush Hamas, while voicing alarm over US-Iran negotiations, warning that Iran remains a looming threat to both Israel and the United States.