France bans Ben-Gvir: Which other Israeli leaders have been penalised?
Summary
France has banned Israel’s far-right National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir from entering the country because of his behavior toward activists on the Gaza flotilla. Several other Israeli political figures have also faced bans or sanctions from various countries and international bodies due to their roles in the conflict involving Gaza.Key Facts
- France banned Itamar Ben-Gvir for mocking detained Gaza flotilla activists, which French officials called unacceptable.
- Ben-Gvir posted videos of activists blindfolded and handcuffed after their arrest by Israeli police.
- Poland has also banned Ben-Gvir from entering its territory for five years.
- The European Union has sanctioned Israeli settlers and pro-settlement groups since the Gaza conflict intensified in October 2023.
- The International Criminal Court issued arrest warrants in November 2024 for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former Defence Minister Yoav Gallant over alleged war crimes in Gaza.
- Other Israeli politicians, like Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich, have been banned or sanctioned by countries such as Slovenia, Britain, Norway, Australia, New Zealand, and Canada for inciting violence against Palestinians.
- The conflict in Gaza has led to over 72,000 Palestinian deaths since October 2023, with some experts describing the military actions as genocide.
- Ben-Gvir has a history of convictions for inciting racism and openly admires Baruch Goldstein, an extremist responsible for a deadly attack in 1994.
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