The security establishment is preparing to allow International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) visits to Palestinian security prisoners in Israeli prisons for the first time since October 7, Israeli media report. National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir criticized the move, saying it undermines deterrence.
According to Israeli media reports cited by The Zioneer, the security establishment is moving to resume ICRC visits to security prisoners in Israeli prisons, a practice halted after the October 7 massacre. The visits could reportedly begin as early as this week. National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir responded by calling the move a blow to deterrence, aligning with his long-standing position against concessions to Palestinian prisoners. As The Zioneer reported earlier this evening, the decision follows internal security assessments. The minister's statement underscores ongoing tensions between the political echelon and security officials over prisoner policies.
3 developments
- DevelopingRed Cross reportedly to be allowed to visit Nukhba terrorists in prison
- DevelopingRed Cross visits to a Palestinian prisoner reportedly halted following a court ruling
- DevelopingMK Distel-Atbaryan seeks to ban Red Cross visits to Palestinian prisoners
- StrongCOGAT announces Kerem Shalom crossing to reopen for gradual humanitarian aid to Gaza
Source and signal
- Open-source intake