Gallant, Ben Gvir, Sde Teiman

Gallant accuses: Ben Gvir sabotaged military security at Sde Teiman riots

Israel's military bases faced an unexpected threat as protesters, including members of the ruling coalition, stormed the gates and breached security perimeters. Defense Minister Yoav Gallant's demand for an investigation into far-right minister Itamar Ben Gvir's potential interference with police action has thrown the government into turmoil, exposing deep fissures within Netanyahu's fragile coalition.

Letter written regarding Ben Gvir's alleged involvement in the Sde Teiman chaos (Photo: Israeli Ministry of Defense)

In a dramatic escalation of internal tensions within Israel's coalition government, Defense Minister Yoav Gallant has called on Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to investigate whether far-right National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir impeded police response to protests at military bases.

The request comes in the wake of demonstrations that turned violent at several IDF bases on Monday night. Protesters, reportedly including members of Ben Gvir's own political party, breached security at some installations.

In a strongly worded letter to Netanyahu, Gallant described the incidents as "a severe blow to the state's security and the government's authority." He urged the Prime Minister to take firm action against coalition members who participated in what he termed "riots."

The Defense Minister expressed particular concern over the apparent absence of police forces during the protests. This lack of law enforcement presence, Gallant noted, forced the IDF to divert its own personnel from critical operational duties to handle the situation. He added that even the Chief of Staff had to personally intervene to address the intrusions.

Gallant warned that such events play into the hands of Israel's enemies, potentially distracting from the "atrocities committed by the enemy against Israeli citizens" - likely referencing recent conflicts.

This incident highlights the growing rifts within Israel's coalition government, particularly between more moderate elements and the far-right factions.

* Walla and Kann 11 News contributed to this article.

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Very serious accusations, if true.
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