Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has formally responded to Supreme Court petitions challenging the continued tenure of National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir. Netanyahu's statement urges the court to dismiss the petitions, arguing that judicial intervention in ministerial appointments lacks legal basis and would undermine democratic principles and the separation of powers. He asserts that the petitions represent an unconstitutional attempt to remove a government minister based on ideological disagreements, warning against setting a precedent for such interference.

The response comes amid heightened tensions, as Minister Ben Gvir earlier criticized the Attorney General for her stance on the matter, further highlighting divisions within the government over the issue.