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Israeli Minister Praises Tough Conditions at Ofer Prison

2/14/2026

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On February 13, 2026, Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir toured Ofer Prison with Israel Prison Service Commissioner Kobi Yaakobi before Ramadan.
Gvir expressed pride in changes to detention conditions, referring to prisoners as "despicable terrorists".
He emphasized that Ofer Prison is not a luxury facility, stating, "It's a real prison".

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On February 13, 2026, Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir toured Ofer Prison with Israel Prison Service Commissioner Kobi Yaakobi before Ramadan.
Gvir expressed pride in changes to detention conditions, referring to prisoners as "despicable terrorists".
He emphasized that Ofer Prison is not a luxury facility, stating, "It's a real prison".