Israel’s parliament, the Knesset, has approved the preliminary reading of a bill that would restrict the broadcasting of the Muslim call to prayer through loudspeakers at mosques, according to Israeli media reports. The proposed legislation passed its first reading by 50 votes to 36 in the 120-member parliament. If enacted, the bill would require mosques […]
Itamar Ben-Gvir
Israeli minister rejects Lebanon ceasefire
Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir has rejected any potential ceasefire agreement in Lebanon, saying the country should be treated as “Israel’s playground.” His remarks highlight deep divisions within Israel’s leadership over the ongoing conflict and emerging US-mediated diplomatic efforts in the region. Speaking to Israel’s public broadcaster KAN, Ben-Gvir said Israel cannot accept a […]
Visa hurdle derails Ben-Gvir’s US visit
Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir has canceled a planned family trip to the United States. Reports said visa-related requirements complicated the travel process and forced the cancellation. The development draws attention because it involves a senior Israeli minister amid sensitive regional diplomacy. According to Israeli media, the US Embassy informed Ben-Gvir that he must […]
Australian activists hospitalised after flotilla interception
Australian activists detained by Israel during a Gaza-bound aid flotilla returned home alleging beatings, sexual assault, and abuse in custody. Organisers said several detainees required hospital treatment after the interception in international waters. Israel’s prison service rejected all accusations, while Reuters said it could not independently verify the claims. Eleven Australians were among 430 volunteers […]
France bans Israeli minister Ben-Gvir
France has banned far-right Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir from entering French territory. The decision follows growing international anger over the treatment of activists aboard a Gaza-bound flotilla. The move signals increasing European pressure on controversial Israeli officials amid the ongoing Gaza crisis. French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot announced the ban through a post […]
Global criticism mounts over Gaza flotilla video
International criticism intensified after Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir posted a video appearing to mock activists detained during the interception of a Gaza bound aid flotilla in international waters. Read More: Abuse of Gaza flotilla detainees goes viral, sparks global outcry The activists were stopped by Israeli naval forces on Wednesday while attempting to deliver humanitarian […]
All Global Sumud flotilla activists released from Israeli custody
All members of the Global Sumud flotilla detained by Israeli forces have been released from custody, according to Israeli authorities and international advocacy groups monitoring the case. The flotilla, carrying humanitarian aid for Gaza, had been intercepted by Israeli forces earlier this week, leading to the detention of more than 400 activists and volunteers from […]
World condemns video of Gaza flotilla detainees in Israel
International leaders have strongly condemned a video posted by Israel far-right National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir showing detained activists from a Gaza bound aid flotilla kneeling with their hands bound, describing the footage as degrading and unacceptable. Read More: Abuse of Gaza flotilla detainees goes viral, sparks global outcry The video, shared on social media platform X, […]
Pakistan condemns storming of Al Aqsa Mosque
Pakistan on Tuesday strongly condemned the storming of Al Aqsa Mosque by Israeli occupation forces, calling the move a serious violation of international law and the sanctity of one of Islam’s holiest sites. Read More: Pakistan condemns Israeli ministers’ storming of Al–Aqsa mosque According to reports, far-right Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir entered the Al Aqsa […]