Two weeks before the elections in Israel, Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir met with Naftali Bennett and publicly challenged him to a debate. Ben-Gvir questioned Bennett’s reluctance, asking, “What are you afraid of?” He criticized Bennett’s past actions, specifically highlighting his formation of a government with Mansour Abbas. The challenge appears to be a deliberate attempt to escalate tensions and highlight political differences ahead of the upcoming vote. This public confrontation is a key moment in the ongoing election campaign within Israel. The meeting and invitation were captured on video and shared publicly, further amplifying the political challenge. This move signals a continued effort by Ben-Gvir to position himself as a key player in Israeli politics.