Yehudah Glick

Yehudah Glick is an Israeli political activist and politician who has been involved in promoting Jewish access to the Temple Mount. As the President of the Shalom Jerusalem Foundation, he has campaigned for the expansion of Jewish rights at this significant religious site. Glick's activism has been characterized as right-wing or far-right, reflecting his strong stance on this issue within the context of Judaism.

Glick's political career includes a tenure as a member of the Knesset, where he represented the Likud party. He assumed this position in May 2016, following the departure of former Defense Minister Moshe Ya'alon, and served until April 2019. During his time in the Knesset, Glick continued to advocate for his core beliefs, particularly concerning Jewish access to the Temple Mount, a cause that remains central to his work as a rabbi and politician.