Israeli minister draws controversy with claim that Jewish rights supersede Palestinians'

Far-right Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir said Jewish settlers' rights are more important than Palestinian freedom of movement in West Bank.
Ben Gvir's comments were condemned by the US, EU, and Palestinian officials as racist and discriminatory.
The remarks sparked an exchange between Ben Gvir and Palestinian-American model Bella Hadid, who accused him of devaluing Palestinian lives.
Ben Gvir defended his stance, emphasizing security for Jewish settlers, but faced backlash for inflammatory rhetoric.
The incident highlights ongoing tensions over Israeli settlements and Palestinian rights in occupied territories.