National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir stated Monday morning in response to a publication that those who entrusted Israel's security to agreements received a 'painful slap.' He described the agreements as a 'lie and deception' designed to lull the country before the next attack, and said he had warned of this before Oct. 7.
National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir issued a statement Monday morning in response to a publication, the specifics of which were not detailed in the report. In the statement, Ben Gvir argued that security agreements with Israel's neighbors are a 'lie and deception' designed to lull the country into complacency before a future attack. He referenced his warnings prior to the Oct. 7, 2023 massacre, saying he had opposed such deals. The Zioneer has previously covered Ben Gvir's criticism of security agreements and his calls for a more aggressive security posture. The minister's remarks come amid ongoing coalition debates over security policy and diplomatic negotiations.
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