Israeli National security minister injured in car crash

Israel's National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir sustained injuries after his car flipped following a car accident in Ramle earlier on Friday, which left one Israeli woman badly injured.

Ben-Gvir had arrived at the scene of the Ramla stabbing attack this afternoon to oversee the response to the stabbing attack up close. After giving a statement to the media, he left the area and shortly after was involved in the traffic accident while sitting in the passenger seat.

According to eyewitnesses, the minister's vehicle ran a red light and overturned. It should be noted that since he was in an official capacity, his car was legally allowed to enter intersections even if this was in violation of traffic laws.

In addition to the minister, his daughter, his driver, one of his guards, and the driver of the other vehicle involved in the accident were evacuated from the scene. All were in light condition and fully conscious.

Ben-Gvir's office issued the following statement: "The minister is feeling well, conscious, and being transferred for further medical treatment at Assaf Harofeh Hospital."

In  August, Ben-Gvir's vehicle was involved in an accident in Jerusalem and according to eyewitnesses, his vehicle ran a red light. Haaretz reported on a series of traffic violations committed by Ben-Gvir and allegations that the minister instructs his drivers to commit traffic offenses.

🚨🇮🇱 ISRAELI National Security Minister Ben Gvir has been injured in a serious car crash. pic.twitter.com/MmyXwceVTR

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