Israel's Ben-Gvir poised for election gains as young voters turn to far right

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Israeli far-right politician Itamar Ben-Gvir may gain support in an upcoming election as younger voters reportedly shift toward the far right. The report describes his inflammatory statements and conduct toward detained pro-Gaza activists.

By Emily Rose and Hannah Confino TEL AVIV, Oct 20 (Reuters) - He celebrated his 50th birthday with a cake decorated with a noose. He says he plans to surround jailed Palestinians with crocodiles. In videos, he berates foreign activists captured at sea trying to bring aid to Gaza, forced to kneel at his feet with their faces pressed to the ground.