Gantz Rebuffs Ben-Gvir's Bid to Replace Prison Chief Mid-War
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Gantz pushes back against Ben-Gvir's attempt to replace the Israel Prison Service Commissioner before her term ends. He says changes in security leadership should wait until after the war.
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Ben-Gvir's decision violates the agreement made when the emergency government formed to not replace officials during wartime. The role is not under his authority either.
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Gantz says he's staying in government "to win the war", not to stay in power. Ben-Gvir says the dispute is broader, also regarding aid policies to Gaza.
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After a meeting, Gantz and Ben-Gvir reportedly reach a compromise to appoint an acting Prison Commissioner, and extend the National Police Chief's term.
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Other coalition members also speak up to criticize Ben-Gvir's move as harmful during wartime, and call for upholding the agreement not to replace security officials now.