The English newspaper "Times of Israel" reported on Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir's statement that his ministry has purchased 10,000 rifles to arm settlers in the West Bank, as well as others living in mixed cities with Arabs, in addition to equipping civil protection teams. He added that 4,000 rifles have already been purchased from Israeli companies and will be distributed immediately. In addition to the rifles, the ministry's purchases include helmets and bulletproof vests, which will be distributed along with the firearms.