Israeli Minister Supports Officer Linked to West Bank Shootings

Far-right Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir promoted an officer from a Border Police unit involved in the killing of two unarmed Palestinians in Jenin, despite an ongoing investigation into the incident. The promotion to deputy commissioner was deemed unusual, as unit commanders typically hold lower ranks. Following the incident, where the Palestinians were shot after surrendering, Ben-Gvir publicly supported the unit and its commander. This event occurs amid heightened violence in the West Bank, resulting in over 1,085 Palestinian deaths since the Gaza war began in October 2023.

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