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Ben-Gvir's Brooklyn Visit Sparks Protests, Six Arrested

4/27/2025

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Itamar Ben-Gvir's visit to the Chabad-Lubavitch World Headquarters in Brooklyn ignited fierce protests, leading to six arrests. Supporters rallied with chants, while opponents condemned his perceived racism. This clash underscored the deep divisions within the Jewish community over his contentious stance on Israel and Gaza, revealing a community grappling with conflicting beliefs.

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Itamar Ben-Gvir's visit to the Chabad-Lubavitch World Headquarters in Brooklyn ignited fierce protests, leading to six arrests. Supporters rallied with chants, while opponents condemned his perceived racism. This clash underscored the deep divisions within the Jewish community over his contentious stance on Israel and Gaza, revealing a community grappling with conflicting beliefs.