Bezalel Smotrich

The latest news and top stories on Bezalel Smotrich, a prominent Israeli politician. Known for leading the Religious Zionism party, he assumed his current role in 2022, also gaining significant oversight of Israeli settlements in the West Bank. He has a background in law and previously served as Minister of Transportation. His work involves economic policy, budget management and advancing settlement expansion. Key accomplishments include co-founding Regavim, an organisation focused on land use, and promoting legislative changes like parental credit points. He is a controversial figure, known for his far-right views and opposition to Palestinian statehood.