Ben-Gvir Operates Machinery During Demolition of 10-Apartment Building in East Jerusalem

Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir took part Tuesday in the demolition of a residential building in al-Tur, east of occupied Jerusalem, according to the Jerusalem Governorate.

The five-storey building contained 10 apartments. Ben-Gvir operated machinery as part of his participation in the demolition.

The governorate reported the minister’s direct involvement at the site, rather than simply his presence during the operation.

The available account did not give a reason for the demolition or indicate whether residents were inside the building before work began. It also provided no details about the number of people affected.