Smotrich, Ben-Gvir remain key parts of Netanyahu’s bloc despite widespread condemnation...

Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich and National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir remain central figures in Prime Minister Netanyahu's governing coalition. Their policies and public statements have drawn international criticism and sanctions.

Several European countries have sanctioned the ministers over accusations of encouraging settler violence. The Biden administration has also considered punitive actions against them.