Shin Bet

Suspicions

Countries other than Qatar attempted to interfere in election

The Shin Bet is investigating suspicions that at least two additional countries, besides Qatar, attempted to influence Israel's elections through illicit funding.

Shin Bet clarifies election probe:

No evidence came from political parties

Shin Bet says its election probe is based on independently gathered intelligence, rejects speculation, and warns against blaming the entire Arab sector.

'Blown wildly out of proportion':

Journalist challenges Qatari funding affair

Journalist Avishai Grinzaig questions why Shin Bet disclosed suspected Qatari funding after the elections, while the scope of the affair remains unclear.

Shin Bet investigating:

Qatar and Turkey suspected of interfering in Israel's elections

Central Elections Committee chairman Justice Noam Sohlberg instructs Shin Bet chief David Zini to investigate suspected elections interference by illegally-funded foreign Arab entities.

Suspicion:

What does the law say in the event of election fraud?

Following Justice Solberg’s order for a Shin Bet probe into suspected foreign funding, questions arise over legal options if election fraud affected the results.

Attorney indicted on charges of contact with foreign agent

The State Prosecutor's Office filed an indictment on Monday against an Israeli attorney accused of maintaining contact with a foreign agent and obstructing an investigation.

30 minutes to stop terror attack: IDF and Shin Bet foil plot

Acting on precise Shin Bet intelligence, IDF troops arrest a suspected terrorist within 30 minutes, foiling a planned attack believed to target Route 60.

Suspected security offenses

Two German citizens arrested near Damon Prison

Two German citizens were arrested on Mount Carmel after prison guards spotted them photographing the entrance to Damon Prison, where terrorists are being held.

IDF eliminates two terrorists who transferred millions to Hamas

The IDF and ISA say the two terrorists helped funnel millions of shekels from Iran and Turkey to Hamas' military wing. A weapons storage facility in central Gaza was also destroyed.

Starting this morning

Yair Golan to receive Shin Bet protection

While Golan will receive full Shin Bet protection, Ofer Winter and Gadi Eisenkot will be protected by private security companies under the supervision of the Dignitary Protection Unit.

After shooting attack

IDF, Shin Bet launch counterterrorism operation in Hebron

Israeli security forces launch a targeted counterterrorism operation in Hebron following the Judea Junction attack that killed two IDF soldiers and wounded others.

Head of Popular Resistance Committees in Khan Yunis eliminated

IDF and Shin Bet eliminate Ramadan Muhammad Ashahada Diab, who was involved in planning attacks against Israeli forces and rebuilding Hamas' military capabilities in violation of the ceasefire.

Shin Bet busts foreign interference campaign ahead of elections

Shin Bet targeting social media accounts linked to foreign influence operations targeting Israel's upcoming elections.

As riots rock France

Shin Bet Chief's surprising visit to Paris

Shin Bet Director David Zini meets French intelligence chiefs amid nationwide riots that left 150 police officers injured and over 1,200 protesters arrested.

Major twist in Highway 1 terror plot: Informant admits he lied

The man whose report led to the arrests on Highway 1 has been located and admitted that he lied. The suspects are apparently not terrorists, but the Shin Bet investigation is ongoing.

IDF eliminates senior Hamas security official in Gaza City

The IDF and Shin Bet eliminated Akram Bassam Shaaban Yassin, a senior Hamas official responsible for protecting the terrorist organization's leadership.

Hamas terrorist involved in abduction of Shani Louk eliminated

The IDF and Shin Bet eliminated a Hamas terrorist who participated in the abduction of Shani Louk during the October 7 massacre.

Terror attack foiled:

Elite Israeli forces arrest two on Tel Aviv-Jerusalem highway

Acting on precise Shin Bet intelligence, elite Yamam forces arrested two suspects near Latrun on suspicion of planning an attack against Israeli civilians.

‘A red line was crossed’:

Security coordinators descend on IDF HQ over colleague's arrest

Security coordinators protested outside IDF headquarters in Tel Aviv, demanding intervention over the alleged harsh detention of a colleague from Samaria.

IDF and ISA:

Two Gaza terrorists involved in weapons smuggling eliminated

IDF and ISA eliminated two terrorists who facilitated the smuggling of weapons and military equipment into Gaza.

Weeks before Oct. 7:

Sinwar warned Israel of an 'earthquake'

A mediator who met with Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar in September 2023 says he relayed a direct warning to Israeli security officials, but neither he nor the authorities anticipated the scale of the October 7 massacre.

Exposed:

The 'charities' that serve as terrorist offices

IDF and Shin Bet forces arrested five operatives in raids on groups in Ramallah and Yatta accused of serving as financial and organizational arms of Hamas and the PFLP.

'Blood libel'

Ex-Shin Bet chief sues Netanyahu for NIS 3 million

Ronen Bar filed a defamation lawsuit against the Prime Minister, alleging that Netanyahu published false accusations about his role in the October 7 failures.

ISIS attack plot against IDF soldiers in Jerusalem foiled

18-year-old Umm al-Fahm resident arrested on suspicion of pledging allegiance to ISIS and planning an attack on IDF soldiers in Jerusalem’s Old City.

Samaria security officials arrested in pre-dawn raid

Two security officials were arrested in a dramatic early-morning operation and barred from meeting their lawyers as a court extends their detention.

IDF/ISA eliminate 10/7 Kissufim outpost raid commander in Gaza

The IDF and ISA eliminated a Hamas Nukhba commander who helped lead the October 7 massacre on the Kissufim outpost and participated in abducting Israelis.

72 arrested as ISA exposes terror network in southern Israel

The ISA has revealed a series of terrorism investigations involving residents of Israel’s southern Negev region.

'Concerning phenomenon':

Zini warns about developments in the Bedouin sector

Shin Bet chief David Zini warned of 'very concerning' attempts to establish 'quasi-military' frameworks in the Bedouin sector.

‘Sensitive period’

Security establishment prepares for threats to elections

IDF Chief of Staff, Police Commissioner, and Shin Bet chief hold multi-front situation assessment and agree on a series of measures aimed at ensuring the elections are held safely and without disruption.

Rabbi Yosef Zini:

'We don't have days of gratitude for thousands of miracles'

Shin Bet chief's father blasts Simchat Torah memorial day: 'No value whatsoever in this unfortunate decision'

Zini considering reinstating administrative detention

The Shin Bet chief told Cabinet ministers that he may demand the reinstatement of administrative detention against Jewish extremists.

ISA's Oc. 7 failure

The intelligence, the 'conceptzia,' and the critical hours

Former senior Shin Bet official: Ronen Bar had the intelligence regarding Hamas’s preparations but he was operating under the 'conceptzia.'

Security failures exposed after Flydubai incident

An NSC probe will examine a series of warnings, missed intelligence and unresolved responsibility questions that allowed the hijacker to fly to Israel.

Report:

UAE gave Israel FlyDubai crew details before attempted attack

The UAE reportedly shared the flight’s passenger and crew information with Israel before takeoff, raising fresh questions over how the alleged cockpit attacker was allowed to board.

Israeli Arab arrested on suspicion of carrying out tasks for Iran

Police and Shin Bet say a 25-year-old Israeli carried out paid tasks for an online contact linked to Iran; prosecutors are expected to file charges.

Attempted attack investigation

Suspicion: Terrorist planned to crash plane in Israel

Security officials are investigating whether the co-pilot intended to seize control of the Flydubai aircraft over Jordan and crash it in Israeli territory.

Ahead of elections

Shin Bet develops new security plan for party leaders

Shin Bet Director David Zini approves measures including active threat monitoring, coordination with private security teams, and armed protection even without a specific threat.

Intelligence warning in Gaza

IDF and Shin Bet prepare for possible kidnapping attempt

Following intelligence information, the alert level has been raised for the territorial division and the 99th Division deployed in the Gaza Strip. Senior commanders have been instructed not to leave the sector.

Irregular complaint:

Shin Bet demands harsh measures against Channel 12 News

Shin Bet files an official complaint with the military censor, demanding that Channel 12 News be held accountable after it reported on the Prime Minister's flight to the UAE while the plane was still in the air.

Ronen Bar: I will file a defamation lawsuit against Netanyahu

Former Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar announced that he will file a defamation lawsuit against the Prime Minister and demanded the release of the protocols and the schedule of security meetings that preceded the October 7 massacre.

Shin Bet Chief orders personal protection for Gadi Eisenkot

Shin Bet chief David Zini approves a personal security detail for Gadi Eisenkot, while a decision on protection for Yair Golan remains pending.

Gallant reveals: Hamas warned Shin Bet weeks before October 7

Former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant says Hamas warned leader Yahya Sinwar would 'shake the prisons,' but Israeli intelligence misinterpretated.

Shin Bet reveals:

This is how terrorists planned to assassinate Ben Gvir

Two terrorists from Shechem indicted over plans to assassinate National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir, kidnap IDF soldier.

Undercover Border Police arrest senior PA security official

Palestinian Arab reports identify detainee as senior Preventive Security officer Majdi Amer; Israel says the Fatah operative suspected of advancing terrorist activity against security forces.

New details emerge about Yair Netanyahu’s escape from Miami

New details reveal how an alleged Iranian assassination plot targeting Yair Netanyahu triggered an urgent security operation, sending the prime minister’s son back to Israel without even collecting his belongings.

Israeli arrested over suspected contact with Lebanese agent

Majd al-Krum resident knowingly maintained contact with foreign agent from Lebanon, was asked to carry out security-related missions, investigation reveals.

Israeli accused of contacting Hamas, Iranian intelligence

Tamra resident repeatedly contacted Hamas, later established ties with Iranian intelligence before being arrested, Shin Bet, Israel Police reveal.

Netanyahu

‘We'll bring down Iranian regime, eliminate Hamas & Hezbollah’

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addresses ISA outstanding personnel ceremony, says Israel is settling accounts with October 7 terrorists and warns: “No one is immune. We will reach all of you."

Watch:

Dramatic arrest deep in Shechem

Elite undercover officers raid Balata camp in Shechem to arrest a senior Tanzim operative; suspect is shot in the legs after resisting and attempting to flee.

Helmet camera footage: Senior terror operative arrested

Helmet cameras captured Duvdevan soldiers during a special operation in Burqin, in which a senior member of the Jenin terrorist network was arrested.

‘If I’m captured, kill me’:

Senior Shin Bet commander reveals October 7 order

Senior commander living on Gaza border reveals terrifying October 7 dilemma as Shin Bet fighters raced to save families before reaching her.

IDF turns to Shin Bet in 'Naza' investigation

The IDF has already begun an investigation by its Information Security Department and at several other units suspected of being sources of materials and information provided to the creators of the film “Naza."

Shin Bet confirms:

Central Israel firefighter planned Hamas-inspired attack

Shin Bet says Mustafa Issa exploited his work as a firefighter to identify sensitive targets and contacted Hamas terrorists and Iranian intelligence agents.

IDF, Shin Bet eliminate Hamas Khan Younis Brigade commander

Muhammad Yazouri, commander of Hamas’ Khan Younis Brigade, was eliminated in a precise strike along with two other terrorists. IDF: He had worked to advance dozens of attacks against Israeli troops.

IDF hits Hamas arsenal in Gaza, destroys three weapons depots

IDF, Shin Bet, strikes target facilities packed with explosives, anti-tank missiles and other weapons as Hamas attempts to rebuild military capabilities.

30 terrorists arrested

Terror cell that planned attack in Modi’in exposed

More than 30 terrorists were arrested by the Shin Bet, IDF and police on suspicion of involvement in the terrorist infrastructure - some had been released in one of the hostage deals.

Possessing a rocket

Hamas terror cell thwarted in northern Jordan Valley

The IDF announced that in a joint operation with the Israel Police and Shin Bet in the Akraba area, a Hamas terrorist cell was thwarted, 10 terrorists were apprehended and a rocket was located.

Israeli indicted for working with foreign intelligence agents

Shin Bet investigation finds Israeli citizen operated for foreign intelligence elements, participated in activity against Israel.

Ex-ISA official

Hamas official could've been killed - but he holds critical info

The operation to capture the “head of Hamas’ Shin Bet" in the heart of Gaza is just the tip of the iceberg of daily Shin Bet and IDF activity inside the Strip. Former senior Shin Bet official explains.

Police hunt Qusra riot suspects, seize vehicles

Police and Shin Bet intensify their search for suspects in the Qusra clashes, seizing vehicles as two are arrested for disrupting an operation.