National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir visited the Bedouin town of Lakiya in the Negev amid a surge in violence, sparking anger from local residents and leaders. Police set up concrete roadblocks at the town's entrance as part of a new operation targeting crime and arms trafficking, but locals criticized the move for restricting their movement and excluding Arab leaders from decision-making. During his visit, Ben Gvir clashed with local politicians and residents, declaring himself the 'landlord' and drawing accusations of racism. Meanwhile, Arab mayors and council heads expressed frustration at being left out of emergency meetings on crime, despite the violence disproportionately affecting their communities. Protests also erupted in Jerusalem, with demonstrators accusing authorities of neglecting Arab society as the number of homicides continues to rise.