Former Israeli captive asks minister to execute Palestinian prisoners; minister agrees
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A former Israeli captive has asked National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir to allow him to personally execute Palestinian prisoners. Ben Gvir responded affirmatively, expressing a desire to fulfill this request. Meanwhile, a YouGov poll reveals that Britons rank Israelis as the second least desired migrant group, with only one in 20 wishing to see more Israelis enter the UK. This finding comes as UK-Israel relations reportedly deteriorate.
Key Numbers
one in 20Britons wishing to see more Israeli migrants
Who's Involved
Itamar Ben Gvir
Israeli National Security Minister who agreed to a request to execute Palestinian prisoners
YouGov
polling organization that conducted a survey on migrant desirability
Britons
respondents in a poll ranking desired migrant groups
Israelis
ranked as the second least desired migrant group in a UK poll
Palestinian prisoners
individuals a former captive asked to execute
Russians
ranked as the least desired migrant group in a UK poll
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Key facts
A former Israeli captive asked Itamar Ben Gvir to execute Palestinian prisoners.
Itamar Ben Gvir agreed to try and make the execution happen.
Ben Gvir stated that allowing the execution was one of his dreams.
A YouGov poll shows Britons rank Israelis as the second least desired migrant group.
One in 20 Britons wish to see more Israeli migrants enter the UK.
Britons rank Russians as the least desired migrant group.
The poll findings coincide with deteriorating UK-Israel relations.
A former Israeli soldier, who was held captive in Gaza, has approached National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir with a specific request. The former captive asked Ben Gvir to permit him to personally execute Palestinian prisoners. Minister Ben Gvir responded positively to this request, stating that he would attempt to facilitate it and that such an action aligns with one of his personal aspirations.
In a separate development, a recent poll conducted by YouGov indicates a low desire among Britons for Israeli migrants to enter the United Kingdom. The poll found that only one in 20 Britons expressed a wish to see more Israelis migrate to the UK, positioning Israelis as the second least desired migrant group. Russians were ranked as the least desired group.
These findings regarding British public opinion on Israeli migration emerge against a backdrop of reportedly deteriorating relations between the UK and Israel. The specific nature of the deterioration in diplomatic ties is not detailed in the provided information.
↳ Why This Matters
A former Israeli soldier, who was held captive in Gaza, has approached National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir with a specific request. The former captive asked Ben Gvir to permit him to personally execute Palestinian prisoners. Minister Ben Gvir responded positively to this request, stating that he would attempt to facilitate it and that such an action aligns with one of his personal aspirations.
Frequently asked questions
Rom Braslavski is a former Israeli soldier who was held captive in Gaza and released in October 2025. He is now a podcast host.
Itamar Ben Gvir promised to try and make Braslavski's request to personally execute Palestinian prisoners happen, calling it one of his dreams.
Ben Gvir has called for harsher conditions for Palestinian prisoners, intensified attacks in Gaza, expulsion of the Palestinian population, and the establishment of Israeli settlements throughout Gaza.
Recent polls suggest growing public support in Israel for expelling Palestinians from the West Bank and annexing the territory, indicating a shift in public opinion towards more extreme stances.
What Happens Next
01The International Criminal Court is examining the issuance of an arrest warrant for Ben Gvir.
02Further scrutiny of Ben Gvir's influence within the Netanyahu government is expected.
