Israel should kill ‘30-40’ Gazans every night, Ben-Gvir says on ex-hostage’s podcast

National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir suggested that Israel should target and kill 30 to 40 Gazans nightly in a recent podcast interview. He argued that Israel should not limit its strikes to those directly endangering lives or posing immediate threats. Ben-Gvir stated that there are individuals in Gaza who are unworthy of life and should be eliminated.

He even suggested that even Gazan civilians who may not be directly involved should not be spared. Ben-Gvir referred to a woman who provided food to Braslavski during his captivity, labeling her as a terrorist and arguing that she brought him food with the intention of using him as a resource for future terrorist releases. He expressed pride in being feared in Gaza, called for increased Israeli settlements throughout Gaza, and encouraged Gazans to emigrate to their own countries.

Ben-Gvir also advocated for the implementation of his death penalty law for terrorists, stating that he personally wants to execute captured terrorists. He further criticized organizations promoting peace between Israelis and Palestinians, calling for their outlawing. However, he emphasized his commitment to the principle of peace, stating that killing enemies and then establishing peace is the desired outcome.

Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani condemned Ben-Gvir's call for the death penalty, reaffirming Italy's stance against the death penalty and condemning attacks against Palestinians by settlers in the West Bank.