Ben-Gvir Appoints Avshalom Peled as Israel's New Police Chief Amid Controversy
The appointment of Deputy Commissioner Peled by National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir has sparked widespread debate, with critics labeling Peled a 'puppet' and questioning the legality of the selection process.
- National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir's decision to appoint Deputy Police Commissioner Avshalom Peled as Israel's next police chief has generated significant controversy.
- Critics describe Peled as a 'puppet' to Ben-Gvir, highlighting concerns over the influence of far-right politics on the police force.
- Israel's attorney general vetoed Ben-Gvir's candidate for police spokesperson, indicating legal challenges to the minister's influence on police appointments.
- The appointment bypassed the National Unity party's veto power, raising tensions within the governing coalition and threatening its stability.
- Peled's past involvement in a questionable quid-pro-quo incident has raised concerns about his suitability for the role.
Haaretz 
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