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Ex-head of gun licensing unit reportedly warned fast-tracked permitting leading to ‘loss of control’
Yisrael Avisar (Youtube screenshot; used in accordance with clause 27a of the copyright law)
Before resigning earlier this month, the head of the gun licensing department at the National Security Ministry warned Minister Itamar Ben Gvir that the fast tracking of civilian gun permits was leading to a “loss of control,” according to the Haaretz daily.
In the letter, Yisrael Avisar wrote there was a “feeling of chaos” and called to immediately halt the new licensing regime.
“There is a difficulty in ensuring a professional and sound process for awarding licenses to private gun holders,” Avisar’s letter is quoted as saying, adding that there was concern some permits were issued unlawfully.
