From Police minister reveals classified information at Knesset debate
Chief of police Kobi Shabtai, right, and Public Security Minister Omer Barlev look at a display of illegal weapons during a ceremony in Ma'ale Adumim, after a large police operation against illegal gun dealers, September 7, 2022. (Oren Ben Hakoon/Flash90)
Outgoing Internal Security Minister Omer Barlev reveals classified information at a Knesset debate on expanding the ministerial powers over the force.
Barlev brought up the police use of Ruger sniper rifles during riot control efforts on the Temple Mount last year.
During the debate, police chief Kobi Shabtai asked for the comments to be redacted, although they were made during a live broadcast.
Expected incoming police minister Itamar Ben Gvir slams Barlev, accusing him of “exposing secrets for political gain.”
The 22-caliber Ruger sniper rifle is considered less lethal than standard-issue rifles and is authorized for use in riot control efforts under certain circumstances.
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