National security

A-G deputies warn Ben-Gvir over alleged pattern of blocking police promotions

The warning comes against the backdrop of a broader legal battle over Ben-Gvir’s authority over the police and his alleged interference in operational and personnel decisions.

National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir, November 3, 2025.
SHMUEL BEN-EZRA.

Gov't unanimously approves Shmuel Ben Ezra's appointment to National Security Council

Zim containers are stacked just outside Israel's port of Ashdod February 23, 2012

Israeli ministries move to block $4.2 billion sale of ZIM over security concerns

 Former National Security Council head Tzachi Hanegbi seen at the Knesset, in Jerusalem, July 14, 2025

The crucial role of Israel’s next national security adviser - opinion


Percentage of Israelis optimistic about national security drops to 31%

The percentage of Israelis who are optimistic about the future of Israel's national security declined from 46% in January to 31% in February. 

 Israelis are seen demonstrating near the Supreme Court in Jerusalem ahead of a vote in the Knesset on judicial reform, on February 20, 2023.

Ben-Gvir is trying to distract from poor performance - analysis

National Security Minister Ben-Gvir is using uproar over protests and the police to distract from his failure to counter terrorism and crime.

 National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir speaks to the media at the Shaare Tzedek hospital in Jerusalem on, January 28, 2023.

Netanyahu: We’ll act against our enemies in all arenas near and far

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu reiterates his uncompromising support for Israel's security, even if it flies in the face of international sentiment.

 Benjamin Netanyahu, January 2018

Israel, US to fund bilateral Homeland Security projects with BIRD

$1m. is being offered by the US Department of Homeland Security and Israeli National Security Ministry to approved firms with innovative solutions.

U.S. Department of Homeland Security emblem is pictured at the National Cybersecurity & Communications Integration Center (NCCIC) located just outside Washington in Arlington, Virginia September 24, 2010.

Ben-Gvir visits Nazareth in the wake of double murder

"I worry about the residents here; we have to fight a brutal war against this crime," Ben-Gvir told his colleagues and the media.

 National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir speaks to the media at the Shaare Tzedek hospital in Jerusalem on, January 28, 2023.

Ben-Gvir instructs Israel Police to probe celebrations for terrorist's release

Terrorist Karim Younis was in prison for 40 years for his kidnapping and murder of an IDF soldier.

 MK Itamar Ben-Gvir and Chief of Police Kobi Shabtai attend an Arrangements Committee meeting at the Knesset, the Israeli parliament in Jerusalem, on December 14, 2022.

This is what happens when you are self-employed with no accountant - opinion

Is there no protest from hard-working middle-income citizens who keep meticulous records and finish the year having paid their property tax and Bituach Leumi?

 Illustrative image of doing taxes.

Legal experts, police commissioner push back against Ben-Gvir law

The law, providing expanded authority to the national security minister, will give Ben-Gvir control of the police's budget, as well as greater control of its modes of operation.

 MK Itamar Ben-Gvir and Chief of Police Kobi Shabtai attend an Arrangements Committee meeting at the Knesset, the Israeli parliament in Jerusalem, on December 14, 2022.

Hulata says Iran protesters’ slogan in Bahrain speech: Woman, Life, Freedom

National Security Advisor Eyal Hulata recited teh slogan of protesters against Iran's regime, "Woman, life, freedom," during an address in Bahrain.

Dr. Eyal Hulata, the new national security adviser.

Eyal Hulata resigns from Security Council; Dermer, Zamir possible replacements

Hulata told Prime Minister Yair Lapid that he would be available to make a smooth transition with his replacement.

Dr. Eyal Hulata, the new national security adviser.