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Ben Gvir calls release of Shifa director 'security negligence'

Israel's far-right National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir said on X that Dr Muhammad Abu Salmiya’s release was the result of “security negligence”.

There was no official comment from Israeli authorities on Abu Salmiya’s release, but several ministers are reportedly outraged by Abu Salmiya's release.

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Dr Muhammad Abu Salmiya after his release on 1 July 2024 (X)
Dr Muhammad Abu Salmiya after his release on 1 July 2024 (X)