Thirteen MKs and ministers from Likud, Religious Zionism, and Otzma Yehudit have appealed to Defense Minister Israel Katz to cancel administrative orders against Israeli settlers in Judea and Samaria and to release Tal Yanon Dardik, who is suspected of assaulting a Palestinian and is on hunger strike, according to N12's Dafna Liel.
Thirteen coalition lawmakers from Likud, Religious Zionism, and Otzma Yehudit — including ministers — have formally called on Defense Minister Israel Katz to cancel administrative detention orders against Israeli settlers in Judea and Samaria and to release Tal Yanon Dardik, a settler held under administrative detention who is on hunger strike. The appeal, reported by N12's Dafna Liel, adds political pressure on Katz after earlier calls for Dardik's release.
On July 22, commentator Gadi Taub published an open letter urging Katz to release Dardik, warning of a 'strategic danger,' as The Zioneer reported. On July 25, N12 reported that Katz met with Dardik at the detention facility, offering house arrest at a friend's home; Dardik refused. The security establishment alleges Dardik was involved in the abuse of Palestinians, including tying one by his genitals; Dardik denies the allegations. Later that day, reports emerged that dozens of MKs had signed a letter calling for Dardik's release, and Katz met with him again ahead of Shabbat (Sat 22:58 Jerusalem).
The Zioneer has previously reported on the case, including Gadi Taub's open letter (July 22) and Katz's meeting with Dardik (July 25). The new appeal by 13 coalition figures underscores the ongoing political dimension of the case, with coalition members pressing Katz to use his authority to cancel administrative orders.
Katz's response to the latest appeal has not yet been reported. Dardik remains on hunger strike, and his condition is being monitored. The security establishment's allegations against him have not been adjudicated in court.
5 developments
- StrongGadi Taub urges defense minister to release hunger-striking detainee, warns of 'strategic danger'
- DevelopingAdministrative detainee Tal Yanon Dardik on day 17 of hunger strike
- DevelopingCoalition MKs accuse Central Command chief of bypassing defense minister on administrative detention
- DevelopingLiberman urges Likud MKs to oppose bill freezing arrest of deserters, N12 reports
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