Police Leadership Rift: Ben-Gvir Against Commissioner

The Minister of National Security petitioned the High Court of Justice to lift the order barring his intervention in protests, citing severe allegations against police conduct.

Minister of National Security Itamar Ben-Gvir filed an urgent petition to the High Court of Justice today, demanding the cancellation of an order that prohibits him from intervening in protests. This was reported by Makor Rishon and Srugim. In his petition, the minister alleged that the Commissioner is engaged in selective enforcement and uses violence against demonstrators, further accusing him of issuing instructions that led to bloodshed in the field. According to the reports, the minister also claimed that senior command is illegitimately interfering with operational decisions and relocating district commanders unlawfully.

i24NEWS noted that Ben-Gvir is sharply criticizing the police, arguing that the Commissioner’s conduct is inconsistent with the law. Further details regarding the police's response to these allegations or the date for the High Court hearing have not yet been released.