Israeli Police Commissioner Accuses Ben-Gvir of Undermining Gaza Aid Security

Commissioner Kobi Shabtai claims National Security Minister bypassed him to halt protection for Gaza aid convoys, sparking legal and political backlash.

• Commissioner Kobi Shabtai informed the Attorney General about Ben-Gvir's directive to stop police protection for aid convoys to Gaza.
• Ben-Gvir nominated Avshalom Peled as the new police commissioner amid these allegations.
• Political figures and activist groups have condemned Ben-Gvir's actions, calling them anti-democratic.
• Ben-Gvir defended himself, accusing the police commissioner of lying and misrepresenting events.
• The controversy has raised concerns over the politicization and control of Israel's police force.

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