US shouldn’t preach morality to Israel, Smotrich says in backing Ben-Gvir

Ben-Gvir came under fire for pushing for additional restrictions on Palestinian freedom of movement in the West Bank after three Israelis were killed in two terror attacks last week.

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich is seen addressing a Knesset committee meeting in Jerusalem, on July 19, 2023.

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich is seen addressing a Knesset committee meeting in Jerusalem, on July 19, 2023.

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ByTOVAH LAZAROFF, TROY O. FRITZHAND

AUGUST 28, 2023 19:49