Israel’s National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir said he will use his powers to prevent a “reckless” hostage and ceasefire deal.
The death of six hostages in Gaza has sparked mass protests in Israel, with demonstrators calling for the government to strike an agreement to bring home around 100 hostages, 35 of whom are believed to be dead.
But Ben Gvir and his far-right allies staunchly oppose the move.
The group marched through Tel Aviv on Monday holding photos of their relatives, demanding there be no truce.
Some background: Throughout nearly 11 months of war, Ben Gvir – whose Jewish Power (Otzma Yehudit) party helps to prop up Netanyahu’s governing coalition – has repeatedly opposed any ceasefire-for-hostage deal, threatening to topple the government if it ends the military campaign in Gaza.
