Itamar Ben-Gvir, Israel's far-right national security minister, visited Yale University after receiving recognition at a fundraising event at Trump's Mar-a-Lago. He discussed strict measures against Palestinian prisoners during this event and stated a need to bomb aid depots in Gaza. His presence in the government, alongside Prime Minister Netanyahu, raises international concerns, prompting major American Jewish organizations to distance themselves. Several protests were organized by Yale’s Students for Justice in Palestine in opposition to Ben-Gvir's views, pointing to the polarized sentiments surrounding his leadership and actions.
Ben-Gvir expressed that he had the honor of meeting with senior Republican officials at Trump's Mar-a-Lago estate, who supported his stance on Gaza.
During a lavish fundraising dinner, Ben-Gvir discussed harsh measures against Palestinian prisoners and emphasized the need for military pressure in Gaza.
Major American Jewish organizations distanced themselves from Ben-Gvir's visit, indicative of the international concerns surrounding his role in the Israeli government.
Protests by students allied with Yale's Students for Justice in Palestine occurred before Ben-Gvir's address, illustrating significant opposition to his views and policies.
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