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Israeli Minister Ben-Gvir Urges Killing 30-40 Gazans Nightly

August 17, 2026

Summary

Far-right Israeli lawmaker Itamar Ben-Gvir publicly advocated for killing '30 to 40' people in Gaza every night, stating they are 'not worthy of life,' during an appearance on an ex-hostage's podcast.'

How coverage differs

  • Center: Far-right minister advocates nightly Gaza killings, sparking outrage Center outlets report directly on Israeli Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir's controversial call for killing "30 to 40" Gazans nightly. They highlight his far-right political affiliation and the extreme nature of his dehumanizing remarks, emphasizing the direct quotes regarding the unworthiness of life.
  • Right: Ben-Gvir proposes nightly Gaza strikes, targeting 30-40 individuals Right-leaning outlets, such as Jerusalem Post, reported on Israeli Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir's statements, directly quoting his call to kill '30 to 40' Gazans every night. This coverage presents his remarks as a direct statement made on an ex-hostage's podcast.

Coverage by lane

Center

  • Far-right Ben-Gvir urges Israel to kill ‘30 to 40 every night’ in Gaza
  • Ben Gvir: We should kill ’30 to 40′ of Israel’s enemies in Gaza every night, ‘they’re not worthy of life’ - The Times of Israel

Right

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

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