10,000 Assault Rifles Being Distributed to Israeli Civilian Security Teams

Israel’s National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir announced Tuesday that 10,000 assault rifles are being purchased and distributed to civilian security teams in communities along the country’s borders. Now the Times of Israel noted that Ben Gvir’s “ministry is purchasing 10,000 rifles to arm civilian security teams, specifically those in towns close to Israel’s borders around the country.”Bulletproof vests and helmets will also be distributed. WATCH — Jake Sullivan: U.S. Will Support Israel War Against Hamas “for as Long as They Need”:The decision to distribute the rifles and equipment came after some civilian security teams reported they could fight off Hamas attacks like the one that occurred Saturday night. I have given instructions for massively arming the civilian security teams to provide solutions for towns and cities, and so as not to leave towns unprotected, preparations will be made for a Guardian of the Walls 2. Hamas has kidnapped Israeli women, gone door-to-door to kill Israelis in their homes, ambushed and killed Israeli drivers on streets and highways, and committed atrocities against Israeli children.