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Sandstorm at the Beach: How a Handful of Sand Sparked Political Controversy in Israel

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Explore how a seemingly trivial incident involving Minister Itamar Ben Gvir throwing sand at the beach ignited a political firestorm in Israel, raising concerns about security and democracy.


The recent incident involving Minister Itamar Ben Gvir has sparked intense media scrutiny and public debate, highlighting the growing tensions in Israeli society amidst a backdrop of security concerns.

The incident, which involved a handful of sand thrown at Ben Gvir during a family outing at a Tel Aviv beach, has been sensationalized by various news outlets, overshadowing significant national security issues.

Former Shin Bet chief Nadav Argaman's warnings regarding the trajectory of Israeli democracy and the potential for dictatorship under current political dynamics resonate deeply with the ongoing controversies surrounding Ben Gvir's actions.

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