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Netanyahu Exits Meeting Amid Red Cross Access Dispute

9/20/2025

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National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir and Adviser Tzachi Hanegbi disagreed over Red Cross visits to security prisoners, including Hamas members.
Tensions escalated during a security cabinet meeting, prompting Prime Minister Netanyahu to leave early.
Ben Gvir accused Hanegbi of leaking information and opposed Red Cross access due to hostages in Gaza.
The National Security Council supports denying Red Cross visits until hostages receive similar access.
Netanyahu plans to address the issue in a secure forum without Ben Gvir, highlighting divisions within the government.

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National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir and Adviser Tzachi Hanegbi disagreed over Red Cross visits to security prisoners, including Hamas members.
Tensions escalated during a security cabinet meeting, prompting Prime Minister Netanyahu to leave early.
Ben Gvir accused Hanegbi of leaking information and opposed Red Cross access due to hostages in Gaza.
The National Security Council supports denying Red Cross visits until hostages receive similar access.
Netanyahu plans to address the issue in a secure forum without Ben Gvir, highlighting divisions within the government.