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News and updates about Shin Bet

'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.

Zini warns about developments 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.

Security establishment prepares for threats to elections

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'

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

Zini considering reinstating administrative detention

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

Zini considering reinstating administrative detention

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.'

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

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.

Security failures exposed after Flydubai incident

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.

UAE gave Israel FlyDubai crew details before attempted attack

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.

Israeli Arab arrested on suspicion of carrying out tasks for Iran

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.

Suspicion: Terrorist planned to crash plane in Israel

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.

Shin Bet develops new security plan for party leaders

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.

IDF and Shin Bet prepare for possible kidnapping attempt

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.

Shin Bet demands harsh measures against Channel 12 News

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.

Ronen Bar: I will file a defamation lawsuit against Netanyahu

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.

Shin Bet Chief orders personal protection for Gadi Eisenkot

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.

Gallant reveals: Hamas warned Shin Bet weeks before October 7

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.

This is how terrorists planned to assassinate Ben Gvir

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.

Undercover Border Police arrest senior PA security official

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.

New details emerge about Yair Netanyahu’s escape from Miami

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 arrested over suspected contact with Lebanese agent

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.

Israeli accused of contacting Hamas, Iranian intelligence

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."

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

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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.

Dramatic arrest deep in Shechem

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.

Helmet camera footage: Senior terror operative 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.

Senior Shin Bet commander reveals October 7 order

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."

IDF turns to Shin Bet in 'Naza' investigation

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.

Central Israel firefighter planned Hamas-inspired attack

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, Shin Bet eliminate Hamas Khan Younis Brigade commander

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.

IDF hits Hamas arsenal in Gaza, destroys three weapons depots

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.

Terror cell that planned attack in Modi’in exposed

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.

Hamas terror cell thwarted in northern Jordan Valley

Israeli indicted for working with foreign intelligence agents

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

Israeli indicted for working with foreign intelligence agents

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.

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

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.

Police hunt Qusra riot suspects, seize vehicles

Dramatic arrest:

Al Jazeera footage of Hamas security chief shot before capture

Al Jazeera publishes footage showing the moments when Hamas’s internal security commander was shot, seconds before his capture.

Al Jazeera footage of Hamas security chief shot before capture

Shin Bet raids terrorist's home

New details from the arrest of a senior Hamas official

In a joint IDF-Shin Bet operation, a terrorist working to reestablish the organization in northern Gaza was arrested and taken to Israel for questioning.

New details from the arrest of a senior Hamas official

Head of Hamas Internal Security arrested in Gaza

ISA special forces entered a structure in the Gaza City area and apprehended the head of Hamas’ Internal Security in the Gaza Strip.

Head of Hamas Internal Security arrested in Gaza

Advisory Committee rules:

Eisenkot to receive security through Election Day

Advisory committee recommends protection for Gadi Eisenkot until election day after new findings, reversing a decision that sparked controversy.

Eisenkot to receive security through Election Day

'What is this?'

NIS 1.4 million in suspected terror money found hidden in vehicle

Border Police officers discover NIS 1.4 million concealed inside a double wall of a vehicle entering Jerusalem, suspect the cash due to be used as terror money.

NIS 1.4 million in suspected terror money found hidden in vehicle

Shin Bet confirms Iranian plot to target Yair Netanyahu

Intelligence on a concrete threat prompted the urgent evacuation of the Prime Minister’s son from Florida to Israel under heavy security.

Shin Bet confirms Iranian plot to target Yair Netanyahu

40 years, one mission:

How Israel finally brought Yehuda Katz home

A decades-long intelligence investigation, repeated missions behind enemy lines and one crucial focus on his tank ultimately helped Israel bring Yehuda Katz home.

How Israel finally brought Yehuda Katz home

‘National disaster averted’

Yair Netanyahu details Iranian assassination plot

In a complaint demanding an investigation into journalist Ori Misgav, Yair Netanyahu claims an Iranian terror squad reached his Miami home thanks to information Misgav shared.

Yair Netanyahu details Iranian assassination plot

President Herzog:

Shin Bet joins search for Hymanut Kassaou

President Isaac Herzog told Hymanot Kassau’s family that the Shin Bet has joined the investigation and efforts to locate the 9-year-old, who has been missing for about two and a half years.

Shin Bet joins search for Hymanut Kassaou

Terror attack foiled

IDF arrests son of terrorist slain last week

IDF and Shin Bet forces arrest Jenin terrorist Imam Hazzam, who allegedly planned an attack after his father was eliminated during a stabbing attempt.

IDF arrests son of terrorist slain last week

Hymanut Kassaou's parents to Shin Bet chief: Take over the case

After 911 days without answers, Hymanut Kassaou's parents urge Shin Bet Director David Zini to take over the investigation.

Hymanut Kassaou's parents to Shin Bet chief: Take over the case

Commander of Hamas weapons production site killed

Earlier today, the IDF and the ISA struck in the Maghazi area in the Gaza Strip and eliminated the terrorist Ismail Abu Ful, a commander at a weapons manufacturing site within Hamas’ production headquarters.

Commander of Hamas weapons production site killed

Security concerns

El Al forced to cancel direct Hanoi flights

El Al canceled its planned direct Hanoi route after Israeli security officials declined to approve flights with Israeli aircraft and crews.

El Al forced to cancel direct Hanoi flights

ISA blocks recruits from combat service

Calls received by MK Son Har-Melech indicate that candidates destined for service in combat units were informed only on their draft day that the ISA opposes their serving in the army.

ISA blocks recruits from combat service

The Shin Bet's denial

The Shin Bet rejected a report claiming that agency chief David Zini removed an official following criticism of a letter written by his wife.

The Shin Bet's denial

Detainee seeks apology over reports linking him to attack

Tal Yinon Dardik has demanded a public apology from the Defense Ministry and the ISA, claiming media leaks falsely portrayed him as a key suspect in an alleged attack on Palestinians to justify his administrative detention.

Detainee seeks apology over reports linking him to attack

Senior Fatah member released from administrative detention

Shin Bet releases senior Fatah member Jibril Zubeidi, brother of terrorist Zakaria Zubeidi, after nearly three years in administrative detention.

Senior Fatah member released from administrative detention

Analyst

The threat that most worries the Shin Bet chief

According to commentator Amit Segal, Shin Bet Director David Zini views a growing technological threat as one of Israel's most pressing security challenges.

The threat that most worries the Shin Bet chief

Former classified unit reservist accused of spying for Iran

A former IDF soldier who served in a classified unit during both his mandatory and reserve service has been accused of spying for Iran.

Former classified unit reservist accused of spying for Iran

Suspect arrested over assault in Huwara while wearing IDF uniform

Police announced Wednesday that they have arrested the suspect seen in widely circulated footage allegedly assaulting a Palestinian in Huwara.

Suspect arrested over assault in Huwara while wearing IDF uniform

Joint Ops & Counterterror efforts

Shin Bet Chief Zini makes 1st official visit to YAMAM

The head of the Shin Bet paid his first official working visit to the Border Police National Counter-Terrorism Unit and agreed to deepen operational and technological coordination.

Shin Bet Chief Zini makes 1st official visit to YAMAM

'Everyone is silent'

Tal Yinon Dardik's mother protests

Mother of detained Tal Yinon Dardik speaks to Dr. Chana Katan, attacking authorities and revealing details of his hunger strike and harsh detention.

Tal Yinon Dardik's mother protests

Homes of Samaria terrorists prepared for demolition

IDF and Shin Bet map the homes of the terrorists who carried out Friday's attack in Samaria. The mapping serves as a preliminary step ahead of sealing and demolishing the structures.

Homes of Samaria terrorists prepared for demolition

ISA joins search for 4-year-old missing in Ashkelon

The ISA, a police helicopter and boats, divers, and hundreds of volunteers and officers continue searching for Yuval Kogan, last seen this morning in the Hofit Beach area.

ISA joins search for 4-year-old missing in Ashkelon

Mossad reveals

Iranian terror plot to assassinate Israeli officials foiled

The Mossad, in cooperation with the Shin Bet and foreign intelligence services, revealed the thwarting of an attempt by the Iranian Intelligence Ministry to infiltrate a terror cell into Israel

Iranian terror plot to assassinate Israeli officials foiled

Report: Zini accuses media of 'character assassination'

Shin Bet chief David Zini told senior officials that reports surrounding his appointment were false, part of a campaign to discredit him, Haaretz report says.

Report: Zini accuses media of 'character assassination'

Ben Gvir visits Tal Yinon Derdik in prison

National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir and Prison Service Commissioner Kobi Yaakobi visited administrative detainee Tal Yinon Derdik

Ben Gvir visits Tal Yinon Derdik in prison