West Bank & Jerusalem
Ben-Gvir seeks defence minister role ahead of October elections
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Israel's national security minister Itamar Ben-Gvir is positioning himself for the defence minister post in upcoming October elections, Al Jazeera English reported. The move reflects Ben-Gvir's ambitions to expand his political influence within the Israeli government.
Ben-Gvir currently holds the national security portfolio, a position that gives him significant authority over security matters. His bid for the defence ministry signals potential shifts in Israel's security leadership ahead of the electoral contest.
