Political figure trying to delegitimize, oust Israel Police Commissioner Levi, sources tell Walla

Tensions have intensified between Israel Police Commissioner General Daniel Levi and National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir, with sources alleging a political figure is attempting to remove Levi from his position. The alleged plot was disclosed in an unusual statement issued by Levi's office, which criticized anonymous media briefings that are supposedly being used to create a false impression of a crisis within the police.

Though Ben-Gvir is not named in the statement, sources close to Levi claim that a political figure is behind the effort to undermine their commissioner. The allegations come amid a growing rift between the two, with Ben-Gvir recently criticizing Levi's actions during a haredi protest and accusing him of making politically motivated decisions.

The dispute also encompasses disagreements over police appointments and the police budget, with Levi warning that delaying the transfer of funds could hinder the police's ability to perform its duties. The escalating dispute now extends to questions about Levi's professional independence and whether he will remain in office.