In a significant development for the Jewish community in Chevron, a decision initiated by Finance Minister and Minister in the Defense Ministry Bezalel Smotrich has now been fully implemented, ending planning and construction arrangements established under the ‘Hebron Agreement’ • Read More

In a move heavy on political grandstanding and light on nuance, the caretaker government of the Netherlands declared Israeli ministers Itamar Ben-Gvir and Bezalel Smotrich personae non gratae this week — a symbolic gesture that critics say does more to appease radical voices than promote peace • Read More

Slovenia announced Thursday that it is barring Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir and Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich from entering the country—marking the first time a European Union member has taken such a step against Israeli cabinet officials • Read More