This is the face of Israel
Itamar Ben-Gvir, Israel's national security minister, recently posted a controversial video taunting detained flotilla activists, which has drawn international condemnation. While some leaders have called for sanctions against him, critics argue that this approach fails to address the broader systemic issues at play in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. The video has sparked significant debate within Israel, highlighting the tension between government officials and the public perception of their actions.
- ▪Ben-Gvir's video shows detained activists in distressing conditions, prompting outrage from international leaders.
- ▪Italy's prime minister condemned the footage as a violation of human dignity, while Spain's prime minister announced plans for sanctions against Ben-Gvir.
- ▪The video has revealed the harsh realities faced by over 9,600 Palestinians currently held in Israeli detention facilities.
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OPINIONOPINION, Opinion|Israel-Palestine conflictThis is the face of IsraelBen Gvir’s video of bound flotilla activists showed Israel without the mask.By Yara HawariCo-director of Al-Shabaka, the Palestinian Policy Network.Published On 21 May 202621 May 2026ListenListen (5 mins)SaveClick here to share on social mediashare-nodesSharefacebookxwhatsapp-strokecopylinkgoogleAdd Al Jazeera on GoogleinfoToggle PlayIsrael’s Ben-Gvir publishes video taunting detained flotilla activistsThis week, Itamar Ben-Gvir, Israel’s national security minister, posted a video on social media of himself taunting flotilla activists held by Israeli forces.In one clip, a handcuffed activist shouts “Free Palestine” as Ben-Gvir strolls past.
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