Itamar Ben-Gvir

Itamar Ben-Gvir is an Israeli politician and lawyer serving as the Minister of National Security and a member of the Knesset. A prominent figure in the far-right Otzma Yehudit party, he is known for his Kahanist political ideology and advocacy for hardline security policies, including the expansion of firearm ownership and the establishment of a National Guard. Throughout his career, he has been a polarizing figure, frequently involved in legal controversies and high-profile demonstrations regarding the West Bank and Temple Mount. He has previously worked as a lawyer representing Jewish activists accused of terrorism and hate crimes.