Israel's Security Minister Ben-Gvir Threatens to Kill Hamas Figure in Jail
· World · Al Jazeera, Times of India
Israeli security minister Itamar Ben-Gvir released a video in which he is seen threatening to kill senior Hamas figure Hassan Salameh. Salameh is serving multiple life sentences for his role in Hamas-orchestrated attacks in 1996, including bus bombings. The video was published on 28 September 2026.
Why it matters
The threat raises concerns about escalating tensions between Israeli officials and imprisoned Palestinian figures, potentially affecting prison security and broader Israel-Hamas dynamics. It may provoke international scrutiny over the conduct of Israeli government ministers.
Read the original report — Al Jazeera
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