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Coalition and opposition figures issued mixed responses Monday to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s naming of Vice Adm. (res.) Eli Sharvit as the next Shin Bet chief, with supporters lauding Sharvit...
From The Times of Israel
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu named a new chief to take over Israel's domestic intelligence agency, his office said on Monday, after a bitter standoff with the current head who has been leading a ...
From U.S. News & World Report
Critics called the move an attempt by Mr. Netanyahu to purge dissenting views from the top ranks of Israel’s security establishment and the decision prompted protests.
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Tapping of ex-navy chief to lead Shin Bet draws mixed reactions on both sides of aisle
Coalition and opposition figures issued mixed responses Monday to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s naming of Vice Adm. (res.) Eli Sharvit as the next Shin Bet chief, with supporters lauding Sharvit’s character and critics slamming both his politics and the timing of the announcement.
Netanyahu taps former Navy chief to head Shin Bet, replacing Ronen Bar
After interviewing seven candidates for the position, Netanyahu chose Sharvit, who will replace the head of the organization, Ronen Bar, pending a ruling by the Supreme Court over his dismissal
Netanyahu's Shin Bet pick: Can outsiders restore Israeli public's confidence?
The idea of bringing in someone from the outside to lead an agency reeling from the failures of October 7 and the constant battle between Bar and Netanyahu is much needed.A new, fresh pair of eyes is necessary to get the organization back on track and to repair its relationship with the government,
Netanyahu Taps New Domestic Intelligence Chief Amid Qatar Probe
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu named a new chief to take over Israel's domestic intelligence agency, his office said on Monday, after a bitter standoff with the current head who has been leading a corruption investigation against Netanyahu aides.
Netanyahu appoints replacement for fired top security offiical Ronen Bar
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Monday he had appointed a new head of domestic intelligence despite the sitting Shin Bet director Ronen Bar still being in post after his dismissal was blocked in court.
Israel's Netanyahu summoned to give testimony in Qatar probe
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu left his corruption trial abruptly on Monday to give evidence in a separate investigation into possible ties between his aides and Qatar, Israel's public broadcaster Kan reported.
Netanyahu Drops Nominee for Spy Chief After Backlash
Eli Sharvit was a controversial choice after Israel’s prime minister fired his predecessor. Revelations that he wrote a column criticizing President Trump may have helped sink his chances.
Netanyahu, Standing Trial for Corruption, Summoned for Questioning in 2nd Case
The war in Gaza has often distracted from an internal battle between Benjamin Netanyahu, the Israeli prime minister, and other parts of the state. On Monday, that domestic conflict careened into full view.
Middle East latest: Israel’s Netanyahu nominates a new domestic security chief
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has nominated a new domestic security chief, after he moved to fire the current one over a crisis of confidence that critics say was politically
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Ronen Bar: ex-Shin Bet chief who incurred right-wing wrath
The days of Ronen Bar as Israel's Shin Bet chief were already numbered after Hamas's deadly attack on October 7, 2023, having hinted he would resign to take responsibility for failing to prevent it. The security chief referred to the conclusions drawn by his agency's probe into the unprecedented Hamas attack on October 7,
Gov't votes unanimously to end Ronen Bar's term as Shin Bet chief
The government has voted unanimously to end Ronen Bar’s term as Shin Bet chief, the Prime Minister’s Office announced in a statement early Friday morning. Bar will end his role on April 10 or when a new Shin Bet chief is appointed - whichever comes first.
The Times of Israel on MSN12d
Government approves firing of Shin Bet head Ronen Bar, moves up his last day in post to April 10
The post Government approves firing of Shin Bet head Ronen Bar, moves up his last day in post to April 10 appeared first on The Times of Israel.
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In swift U-turn, Netanyahu nixes nomination of Shin Bet head amid opposition from allies
Just 24 hours after announcing pick, PM says 'after further thought,' he intends to interview other candidates; Gantz: Move shows 'political pressure overrides good of the country' The post In swift U-turn,
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Netanyahu’s party: Arrest of PM’s aides in Qatargate probe is ‘coup d’état’ by AG, Shin Bet
As advisers are held and premier himself is summoned by police, opposition figures say his 'wave of spin' is meant to divert attention from other issues, call for him to be probed The post Netanyahu’s party: Arrest of PM’s aides in Qatargate probe is ‘coup d’état’ by AG,
PMO denies that Sami Turgeman is new favorite for next Shin Bet chief
Sami Turgeman is the new favorite to replace Ronen Bar as the next Shin Bet (Israel Security Agency) chief, according to Israel media on Tuesday evening.Later on Tuesday, the Prime Minister's Office (PMO) denied that Turgeman is the favorite candidate,
Netanyahu appoints replacement for fired top security official Ronen Bar
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Monday he had appointed a new head of domestic intelligence despite the sitting Shin Bet director Ronen Bar still being in post after his dismissal was blocked in court.
Netanyahu Withdraws Ex-Admiral’s Nomination as Shin Bet Chief
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu withdrew his nomination of an ex-admiral as director of the Shin Bet security service, 24 hours after it was announced.
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