Israel’s provocateur: Minister who taunted flotilla activists has a long record of extreme actions
Itamar Ben-Gvir, Israel's far-right national security minister, has a history of extreme actions and provocations. His recent taunting of detained activists from the Gaza flotilla has drawn international condemnation, including from Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Ben-Gvir has faced sanctions from multiple countries due to his incitement of violence against Palestinians.
- ▪Ben-Gvir has been sanctioned by Australia and other countries for inciting violence against Palestinians.
- ▪He has a long history of extreme views and actions, including being denied military service as a teenager.
- ▪Ben-Gvir has been convicted eight times for offenses related to racism and supporting a terrorist organization.
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