Shin Bet

Mother of Tal Yinon Derdik

"Release him before it's too late"

Baraka Derdik, the mother of Tal Yinon, who is detained under an administrative order and on a hunger strike, has asked the Defense Minister to release her son.

Allegations against administrative detainee revealed

A Shin Bet document says Tal Yinon Derdik is suspected of violence, abuse and a serious indecent act, prompting an administrative order.

Shin Bet and Israel Police:

Arab security guard plotted attack on Minister Itamar Ben Gvir

Mohammed Awad, a 29-year-old Israeli citizen from Nazareth, arrested on suspicion of advancing terrorist activity and planning to attack Minister Itamar Ben Gvir. Ben Gvir: 'I will not be deterred.'

Captor eliminated

Emily Damari: He and his friends are burning in hell

The Hamas operations chief who led the October 7 infiltration and held Israeli hostages captive was killed in a Gaza City strike, the IDF and Shin Bet said.

'A spreading cancer'

Netanyahu's remarks about Jewish rioters

During a Security Cabinet discussion about the violence in Judea and Samaria, Netanyahu called the rioters a 'spreading cancer.'

New York Times:

Shin Bet enlisted haredi rabbis to counter Iranian recruitment

A New York Times report reveals growing Iranian intelligence efforts to recruit Israeli citizens for espionage, prompting the Shin Bet and police to enlist haredi rabbis to warn against financial collaboration.

Shin Bet leaves investigation:

New details from the Havat Gilad fire

Police say a discarded cigarette likely caused the Havat Gilad wildfire, with investigators no longer believing the fire was nationalist-motivated.

Netanyahu, Sara granted lifetime Shin Bet protection

Ministers approved lifetime Shin Bet security for Benjamin and Sara Netanyahu and extended protection for their children despite reported professional objections.

Senior officials of institution linked to PFLP arrested

In a joint operation by the Shin Bet, Israel Police, and the IDF, several individuals involved in managing the Union of Health Work Committees were arrested.

Israel enlists Shin Bet to fight organized crime in Arab sector

Government approves a 497 million shekel plan deploying the Shin Bet alongside police to combat organized crime and weapons trafficking in the Arab sector.

Ben Gvir: The terrorists call me 'nutcase'

National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir says Shin Bet chief David Zini credited drop in terror attacks to harsher prison conditions for security prisoners.

Behind the leak investigation:

Zini opposed, Netanyahu insisted

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu demanded Shin Bet investigate leak to news outlet regarding timing of Israel's strike on Iran, forcing Shin Bet chief David Zini to capitulate.

David Zini:

'I have an agenda, and I intend to advance it'

Leaked recordings of the Shin Bet Director offer a rare glimpse into his views on the bureaucracy and the judicial system: "I am no puppet."

ISA chief continues shakeup of organization

Head of the ISA David Zini is reportedly considering changes to the leadership of the agency's Investigations Directorate, including the possible removal of its current head.

Arab Israelis arrested for helping terrorist

Three Arab Israeli suspects were aware of the terrorist's plan to carry out an attack, and one of them even provided him with the weapons.

Southern Gaza:

IDF eliminates terrorist who advanced attacks against troops

Adel Jihad Mohammad Asfour, a Hamas platoon commander who advanced sniper and explosive device attacks against IDF troops, was eliminated.

MK Bismuth sends unusual letter to Shin Bet Director

Knesset Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee Chairman sends message to Shin Bet Director asking for a discussion on election interference.

US citizen arrested on suspicion of spying for Iran

Police, ISA arrest a 20-year-old American citizen suspected of maintaining contact with a foreign agent and carrying out assignments on behalf of Iranian intelligence operatives.

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Undercover officers arrest weapons smugglers in the Negev

Undercover Border Police officers from the Southern District, together with the Israel Security Agency (Shin Bet) and IDF, arrested four suspects involved in weapons smuggling in military firing zones in the Paran sector.

Terror attack foiled |Commandos pull terrorist from his bed

A terrorist near Shechem who had previously evaded several arrest attempts and was planning to carry out an attack in the coming days was apprehended.

Bereaved father: Former ISA chief must sit in prison

Businessman Eyal Waldman, whose daughter Danielle was killed in the October 7 massacre together with her partner, says former ISA chief Ronen Bar responsible for failures that led to massacre, should have stepped down soon afterwards.

Two M-16s seized

Umm al-Fahm resident arrested for severe security offenses

A joint Shin Bet and police investigation led to the arrest of an Umm al-Fahm resident and the seizure of assault rifles and other weapons.

Former ISA Official:

ISA cancelling Pride events is nothing new

Former ISA official Tamir Mandowsky defended the decision to remove LGBTQ events from the organization.

Shin Bet Director's decision draws criticism

Shin Bet Director David Zini had a memorial for agents who fell since October 7th removed, drawing criticism.

Arms dealer whose weapons were used in attacks eliminated

Arms dealer Mohamed Zayed eliminated after attacking the soldiers who came to arrest him.

Smotrich backs Zini:

Shin Bet funds intended for security missions

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich backs Shin Bet Chief David Zini's refusal to approve LGBT activities, stressing need to increase focus on national security.

Zini shutting down Shin Bet's LGBT Forum to focus on security

According to a report, Shin Bet Director David Zini is halting LGBT-related activity within the organization and returning the focus to the core of its security mission.

Nukhba terrorist who held Omer Shem Tov captive eliminated

The terrorist also infiltrated Israel during the October 7 massacre.

ISA issues rare warning for Eilat

ISA chief David Zini has ordered high alert for an attack on Eilat - an assessment questioned by other senior defense officials.

Shin Bet opinion: MK's actions directly endangered operative

A Shin Bet opinion submitted to the Knesset claims MK Tally Gotliv put a senior agent's life at risk by disclosing his identity.

I’billin resident indicted for allegedly joining Hamas

18-year-old I’billin resident indicted after joint Shin Bet and police investigation finds he allegedly planned a terror attack on a nearby Jewish community, sought to acquire weapons, and acted on behalf of Hamas.

Bat Yam resident suspected of espionage for Iran

Following a lengthy undercover Shin Bet and Israel Police investigation, a prosecutor's declaration was filed against an Israeli citizen in his 30s who was recruited by Iranian intelligence.

From the air and sea

IDF and Shin Bet strike at the heart of Hamas’s apparatus

The IDF and Shin Bet announced that during a combined air and naval strike, senior members of the General Security apparatus of the Hamas terrorist organization in the northern Gaza Strip were eliminated.

Urgent appeal to Shin Bet chief:

MK warns of foreign meddling in elections

MK Amit Halevi urges Shin Bet chief to step up efforts to prevent foreign interference in Israeli elections.

Shin Bet and police expose Jerusalem terrorist cell

The Shin Bet and Jerusalem Police uncovered a terrorist cell of Arab residents in Jerusalem, directed by Popular Front activist Salah Hammouri, who allegedly provided encrypted phones for clandestine activity.

Report:

Shin Bet Chief met with ex-Fatah official in UEA

David Zini reportedly met with Mohammed Dahlan, who has been identified as the preferred candidate to take control over Gaza, during a recent visit to the UAE.

ISA chief files contempt of court request against detractors

David Zini filed a petition to hold several former security officials who opposed his appointment in contempt of the court after they refused to comply with an order to disclose their identities.

Report:

Mossad, Shin Bet chiefs visited UAE to coordinate war on Iran

New reports reveal secret visits by Mossad chief David Barnea, Shin Bet head David Zini, to the United Arab Emirates during Operation Roaring Lion in Iran.

Arab leaders: Bring the Shin Bet into the fight against crime

Arab sector municipal leaders say that they support the integration of the Shin Bet in the eradication of violence and call on the Attorney General to adapt the law to the reality on the ground.

Suspected of smuggling

Agent who rescued hostages in Shin Bet custody for four months

A Shin Bet agent involved in Operation Arnon is suspected of trafficking millions of shekels worth of goods into Gaza, according to reports.

Recruiting before military service

Soldiers arrested on suspicion of spying for Iran

Four young Israelis, including three active-duty soldiers, were arrested on suspicion of being recruited by Iranian intelligence and carrying out sensitive missions on its behalf.

How officers earned 7 million NIS from smuggling

The military prosecution filed three serious indictments against officers and soldiers who smuggled cigarettes, phones and even a motorcycle into the Strip in exchange for bribes.

Saturday morning raid panics residents

Esh Kodesh residents are incensed after masked Shin Bet and Yasam forces entered a local playground and home with guns drawn in the middle of the Sabbath, frightening children.

This is how a plan to attack IDF soldiers was revealed

Mohammed Abu al-Ghani, Israeli Arab suspected of swearing allegiance to ISIS, planning terror attack, is indicted.

War against incitement:

Hamas's 'media networks' in the crosshairs

Defense Minister Katz designates five Hamas-linked media platforms as terror groups, citing Shin Bet intelligence on incitement and coordination.

Bennett reveals identity of ISA bodyguard online

Security officials demanded that the former prime minister remove all posts immediately, in accordance with the law that prohibits publishing the identities of service employees.

IDF reservist released after six days in Shin Bet custody

Court rejects request to keep IDF soldier who eliminated terrorist in custody, orders his release.

Iran's secret terror unit exposed

Mossad, Shin Bet and IDF expose IRGC's Unit 4000, the main terror arm that planned to assassinate Israeli officials and blow up oil pipelines.

Exposed: Iranian espionage network targeting Israeli youths

Two young Israelis indicted for espionage on behalf of Iran.

Torah study and Bible tours

Changes to the Shin Bet under David Zini

A report details internal and operational changes within the Shin Bet under Director David Zini, including policy shifts and cultural adjustments.

Serious espionage investigation in IAF

A major and deeply concerning espionage case has come to light, involving a suspected network operating within the IDF on behalf of Iranian intelligence.

Revealed: Jews were attacked prior to terrorist's elimination

Court clears for publication that IDF soldier arrested in Samaria for eliminating terrorist acted only after Arabs attacked Jewish shepherds.

Nazareth woman indicted for espionage on behalf of Iran

Nazareth resident charged with espionage after allegedly carrying out missions for an Iranian agent, including photographing IDF bases and strategic facilities, in exchange for payment.

Three Israelis indicted for smuggling goods into Gaza

A career officer with the rank of lieutenant colonel and a reserve officer with the rank of major teamed up with a Rahat resident and smuggled goods into Gaza via aid trucks.

Iranian spy in the capital:

Tehran enlisted young Jerusalemite to collect intelligence

A 21-year-old Jerusalem resident allegedly recruited by Iranian intelligence carried out surveillance tasks for payment, prompting a joint Shin Bet and police investigation.

The Turkish restaurant and recruitment for Hamas

Shin Bet uncovers Hamas terror network in Turkey led by released terrorist Mahmoud Radwan.

After 18 years:

Israeli forces nab terrorist behind shooting attacks

Hamas terrorist behind 2008 shooting attacks, long sheltered by PA forces, was wounded while fleeing and arrested in a joint Yamam, IDF, and Shin Bet operation.

Exposed:

Samaria Hamas cell prepared underground prison for hostage

Security forces uncovered a Hamas-linked cell that carried out deadly attacks, plotted an abduction, and dug a tunnel intended to imprison an Israeli hostage.

Cleared for publication

Terror attack against Minister Ben Gvir foiled

The Shin Bet and the police thwarted a planned terror attack targeting the Minister of National Security, Itamar Ben-Gvir, by a resident of eastern Jerusalem.

Shin Bet, Mossad, raise alert level worldwide

Shin Bet, Mossad, increase Israeli security worldwide, using advanced technology to identify threats.