Ben-Gvir's defiant nature could damage Israel's global standing - opinion

A recent poll shows 52% of Israelis are ready to oppose US security demands, reflecting a growing trend of challenging authority at both national and international levels.

MK Itamar Ben-Gvir arrives to open his office in the east Jerusalem neighborhood of Sheikh Jarrah, February 13, 2022.

MK Itamar Ben-Gvir arrives to open his office in the east Jerusalem neighborhood of Sheikh Jarrah, February 13, 2022.

(photo credit: OLIVIER FITOUSSI/FLASH90)

ByCOOKIE SCHWAEBER-ISSAN

AUGUST 28, 2024 04:59

Updated: AUGUST 28, 2024 05:06

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