Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu:
“Israel has every right to prevent provocative flotillas of Hamas terrorist supporters from entering our territorial waters and reaching Gaza. However, the way that Minister Ben Gvir dealt with the flotilla activists is not in…
Assessment
Netanyahu's statement draws a distinction between Israel's legal right to intercept flotillas and his disapproval of the actions taken by a minister against activists. This suggests a public disagreement within the government over tactics, which could signal internal political tensions or a shift in policy approach. The reader should watch for any formal reprimand or policy clarification that may follow from this rare split.