Israeli Minister Suggests Killing 30-40 Palestinians Nightly
Translated from Norwegian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Israel's far-right National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir suggested killing 30-40 Palestinians nightly.
- Ben-Gvir's proposal reportedly targets individuals not directly involved in hostilities.
- The statement has drawn criticism and concern regarding potential escalations.
Israel's far-right National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir has reportedly proposed a drastic escalation in the conflict, suggesting the nightly killing of 30 to 40 Palestinians. This controversial statement, if implemented, would represent a significant departure from established military practices and international norms.
According to reports, Ben-Gvir's proposal extends beyond targeting combatants, indicating a desire to eliminate individuals not directly engaged in hostilities. Such a policy raises serious concerns about potential war crimes and the indiscriminate targeting of civilians.
The remarks have ignited criticism and worry, both within Israel and internationally, about the potential for further inflaming regional tensions. Human rights groups and political analysts fear that adopting such measures could lead to severe repercussions and further destabilize an already volatile situation.
Ben-Gvir, a prominent figure in Israel's right-wing politics, has a history of making hardline statements regarding Palestinians. This latest suggestion underscores the deep divisions and hardline stances present within the current Israeli government.
Originally published by Aftenposten in Norwegian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.