Politics
Israel's Police Minister calls for more killings in Gaza Strip
Israel's Police Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir has demanded a tougher approach in the Gaza Strip, prompting sharp criticism.
Itamar Ben-Gvir, Israel's police minister, has advocated for a drastic increase in killings in the Gaza Strip. He has called for "30 to 40" killings to be carried out each night, even when there is no immediate threat. These remarks come at a time when Donald Trump's son-in-law is seeking to mediate in the region.
The comments from the far-right politician have elicited mixed reactions both in Israel and beyond. Ben-Gvir was particularly harshly criticized by the Jewish Community in Austria, which described his demands as a "shame for the State of Israel."
The controversies surrounding the minister's statements reignite the debate over Israeli security and military policy. The call for more violence in the Gaza Strip is at the center of a complex conflict that has persisted for years.