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Ben Gvir threatens to tank Netanyahu coalition if war ends
22 January 2024 15:12 GMT
According to Haaretz, the ultra far-right Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir has threatened to pull out of the ruling coalition led by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, should the war on Gaza end.
"If it's decided to stop the war, I will not be a part of this government," Ben Gvir reportedly said, repeating past threats to topple Netanyahu's government.
Israel has killed more than 25,000 Palestinians, the vast majority of whom are women and children, since it launches its assault on Gaza in October.
Despite racking up the huge death toll, Hamas continues to operate in the territory.
Israel's stated war aims are the release of hostages held by Hamas and the destruction of the Palestinian armed group.