Bezalel Smotrich

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Close to 90 congressional Democrats urge Biden to sanction Israeli ministers Smotrich and Ben-Gvir

Ron Kampeas in JTA · 14 Nov

Nearly 90 congressional Democrats, including eight Jewish officials, are urging President Biden to impose sanctions on Israeli ministers Bezalel Smotrich and Itamar Ben-Gvir due to their far-right policies that foster settler violence, undermine the Palestinian Authority, and promote annexation of the West Bank.

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White House names Bezalel Smotrich as obstacle to ceasefire deal, says he is ‘jeopardizing’ hostage lives

Ron Kampeas in JTA · 9 Aug

White House officials have pointed to Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich and other far-right Israeli politicians as obstacles in reaching a ceasefire deal with Hamas and securing the release of hostages.

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Unable to enter Israel since Oct. 7, Palestinians in Wadi Fukin have been left without a livelihood

Ben Lynfield in Forward · 23 May

Since October 7, 150,000 Palestinian laborers have been barred from entering Israel, resulting in a severe economic crisis in the West Bank, particularly felt in villages like Wadi Fukin.

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The Gates of Gaza

Michael Doran in Tablet · 14 May

In the analysis of military strategies and conflicts involving Israel, the text delves into various incidents and strategic shifts.

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#347 - Deciphering Ben Gvir and Smotrich: A Deep Dive into Religious Zionism (Yair Ettinger)

Two Nice Jewish Boys · 11 Mar

Yair Ettinger, a prominent journalist and author, explores the evolving influence of the Religious Zionist party in Israeli politics, led by figures like Bezalel Smotrich and Itamar Ben Gvir.

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From Khan Younis to the campaign trail: IDF reservists run in local elections

Lahav Harkov in Jewish Insider · 26 Feb

Israeli local elections are being held amid the backdrop of recent conflict, with some candidates, like Yaron Rosenthal in Gush Etzion and Noa Shalom in Jerusalem, balancing their campaign efforts with reserve duty in the IDF.

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Jews must reject calls for 'voluntary emigration' of Palestinians

Daniel Sokatch in Forward · 9 Jan

In this article, Daniel Sokatch discusses recent calls by Israeli politicians for the "voluntary emigration" of Palestinians, particularly those in Gaza.

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Biden administration, Reform Jewish leader slam Smotrich and Ben Gvir for calling for Palestinians’ removal from Gaza

Ron Kampeas in Forward · 3 Jan

The Biden administration and Rabbi Rick Jacobs, president of the Union for Reform Judaism, have condemned the calls made by Israeli government ministers Bezalel Smotrich and Itamar Ben Gvir to remove Palestinians from the Gaza Strip.

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It's time for Israel's far right to go

Nora Berman in Forward · 30 Nov 2023

In this article, Rabbi Jay Michaelson argues that the far-right members of Benjamin Netanyahu's government, including National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir, should be removed from power.

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The internal struggle within Israel's new ruling elite

Jewish Chronicle · 17 Oct 2023

Israel's new ruling elite, predominantly comprised of Religious Zionists, holds influential positions across various sectors in the country, indicating a significant shift in power dynamics.

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Netanyahu has turned his back on Israel's hostages, and abandoned Israel in its darkest moment

Nora Berman in Forward · 17 Oct 2023

The article criticizes Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for neglecting the Israeli hostages kidnapped by Hamas and for his approach to the conflict with Gaza.

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Smotrich, Ben-Gvir open to unity government ’to defeat our enemies’

JNS · 9 Oct 2023

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich and National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir, right-wing leaders in Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's government, have expressed support for a broad emergency government to defeat the Hamas terrorist group.

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Hating Lew and Hating Jews

Emes Ve-Emunah · 8 Sep 2023

The article discusses the recent attack by Morton A. Klein, president of the Zionist Organization of America, on Jack Lew, an Orthodox Jew who has been nominated as the next American ambassador to Israel.

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We have a religious duty to speak out against extremism in Israel

Jewish Chronicle · 25 Aug 2023

The text discusses the duty of Jews, both in Israel and the diaspora, to speak out against extremism within the Israeli government, exemplified by figures like Itamar Ben-Gvir and Bezalel Smotrich.

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“A Natural Act of Vengeance”: Settler Violence and Two Types of Jewish Fundamentalism

Tomer Persico in Sources · 21 Aug 2023

The article examines two types of Jewish fundamentalism in Israel related to settler violence: the post-mamlakhti Hardal faction and the Hilltop Youth, both of which advocate radical views diverging from mainstream Israeli society.

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Under a Settler Government, Violence Grows - Haaretz’s West Bank correspondent Hagar Shezaf discusses why settler attacks on Palestinians are becoming bolder.

Alex Kane in Jewish Currents · 27 Jun 2023

This article discusses the growing boldness of settler attacks on Palestinians in the West Bank.

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They survived a ‘pogrom.’ Now Palestinians in Hawara fear life will only get worse

ARosenfeld in Forward · 3 May 2023

In February, Palestinian town Hawara experienced a violent attack by Israeli settlers, resulting in the burning of homes, destruction of property, and the death of a Palestinian.

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Israel’s rookie Aliyah minister visits Canada to promote immigration—while avoiding protesters

The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner · 24 Apr 2023

Israel's Aliyah minister, Ofir Sofer, visited Canada to promote immigration, especially focusing on Orthodox schools and synagogues to encourage Aliyah.

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Hundreds of Jews and Palestinians decry Israeli minister at parallel Washington protests

ARosenfeld in Forward · 13 Mar 2023

Two separate protests took place outside a Washington, D.C. hotel where Bezalel Smotrich, Israel's far-right finance minister, was speaking at an Israel Bonds conference.

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Why more American Jews aren't protesting about Israel right now

ARosenfeld in Forward · 10 Mar 2023

Despite recent controversial actions by the Israeli government, there has been a lack of significant protests from the American Jewish community.

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'This is a hair-on-fire moment': Why Canadian Jewish leaders are worried about Israel’s new government

The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner · 19 Dec 2022

Canadian Jewish leaders are expressing concerns about Israel's new government, expected to be led by Benjamin Netanyahu and composed of right-wing politicians with controversial views.

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Family Feud

Bonjour Chai · 18 Nov 2022

Following Benjamin Netanyahu's return in Israel's elections, concerns have arisen over a likely far-right coalition placing controversial figures Bezalel Smotrich and Itamar Ben-Gvir in power.

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Ben-Gvir, the Beast Parade, and a Blessing in Synagogue

Liel Leibovitz in Tablet · 8 Nov 2022

Amir Ohana, an openly gay Israeli Knesset member, shares a personal experience of attending synagogue with his partner and child.

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