Outgoing Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar called General David Zini after the prime minister's announcement of his selection for the position, and began preparations for the change in leadership.
Prime Minister praises Major General David Zini in a newly released video: "A sharp, honest, and clear mind. I’ve been following him for years – and he will be an excellent Shin Bet chief."
Zamir finalizes Zini’s retirement after being sidelined from nomination process; Prime Minister defends timing and legality of Shin Bet appointment amid Attorney General objections and wartime urgency.
Major General David Zini, nominated to lead the ISA, reported that the IDF was unprepared for a surprise attack half a year before the October 7th massacre.
Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar reportedly told captivity survivor Edan Alexander: "I want to apologize to you for falling into captivity partly because of us, and for being freed thanks to Witkoff and not us."
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced that he has decided to nominate Maj. Gen David Zini as the next director of the Shin Bet, despite directive from A-G not to.
During the activity, 20 suspects were apprehended, four rifles and 15 explosive devices that were ready to be used were confiscated.
Coordinated raids across Judea and Samaria net 25 arrests, including ISIS-linked operatives; weapons and terror funds confiscated.
Two Israelis from Nesher arrested for aiding Iranian handlers, planting surveillance near Minister Katz’s home, and transferring suspected explosive.
The IDF and ISA struck Hamas terrorists who were operating in a command and control center in the area of Nuseirat in the central Gaza Strip.
Shin Bet says 18-year-old suspect gathered intelligence at hospital where former Prime Minister Naftali Bennett was treated, in exchange for payment from Iranian terror operatives.
Shin Bet and police arrest four Arab Israeli citizens, residents of the Galilee, for aiding terrorists in Judea and Samaria
Jasser Shamieh, who was responsible for the transfer of tens of millions of dollars to Hamas' military wing, was eliminated last week in Gaza City.
Israeli security forces continue to search for the terrorists who murdered pregnant mother Tze'ela Gez.
Security officials attribute the sharp decline in attacks to a combination of targeted counterterror operations and stricter incarceration policies implemented under National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir.
During his interrogation, a Shin Bet agent from Gaza admits to acting as a double agent and providing false information about Hamas’s intentions, contributing to the failure to prepare for the massacre.
Following the release of Idan Alexander from Hamas captivity, former ISA field coordinator Ilan Segev warns that despite the joy, the road to rescuing the remaining 58 hostages is long and fraught with complexity.
Malachei Hashalom resident detained without charges; Honenu accuses Shin Bet of bypassing Defense Minister’s authority and targeting settlers.
IDF and Shin Bet say they struck several Hamas terrorists who were operating in the area of Jabalia, exploiting civilian infrastructure and the Gazan population as human shields.
IDF, Yamam and Shin Bet forces eliminate terrorist Noor Beitawi, the head of the Islamic Jihad's terror network in Jenin, who was planning imminent attacks.
ISA, Lahav 433 furious after IDF spokesperson exposes terrorist’s identity, violating gag order.
Soldiers of the Duvdevan Unit, guided by Shin Bet intelligence, eliminate Omar Mustafa Abu al-Leil, one of the senior terrorists within the terrorist network in Shechem (Nablus).
3 arrested on suspicion of arson as massive fires rage in the Jerusalem Hills area, causing evacuations and the cancellation of Independence Day events.
Ronen Bar submits resignation letter to PM a day after announcing he will step down on June 15.
The withdrawal of the decision to dismiss Ronen Bar following his announcement he will step down on June 15 avoids a Supreme Court ruling on the matter.
The IDF eliminated Ali Sarfiti, who served a sentence in Israel between 2002 and 2015 for conducting terrorist activity and then returned to direct terror attacks in Israeli territory.
At memorial event for fallen ISA personnel, chief Ronen Bar says he will leave his post on June 15.
Shin Bet Chief reveals to a bereaved father that he will leave his post soon, and claims: 'There's no political or ideological matter here.'
Elad Gabayan served until recently as a source for the Jewish Department in the ISA, where he received perks that included 'dark money' and date coaching.
Netanyahu to the ministers before submitting an affidavit against the Shin Bet Chief: 'What you will reveal about what Ronen Bar ordered an hour before the massacre, including transcripts, will shock you.'
Honenu appeals to Attorney General and Police chief demanding a criminal investigation against head of Shin Bet's Jewish Department, in light of his published recordings.
Security forces arrest suspect in arms sales after discovering large cache in women's clothing store in Hebron.
The head of Yeshivat Od Yosef Chai filed a lawsuit against the head of the Jewish Department in the ISA for pressing police to arrest him.
Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich published an open letter to Shin Bet service members, praising their work, while berating the agency's director.
Minister Miki Zohar from Likud criticized ISA director Ronen Bar for openly opposing the government.
The Prime Minister's Pffice responded to the affidavit Shin Bet Chief Ronen Bar submitted to the Supreme Court, accuses him of lying about when the government was informed of the Hamas attack and other issues.
ISA chief Ronen Bar submits statement on his dismissal, claiming he was under inappropriate pressure from Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. PM's office: 'False affidavit, it will be disproven soon.'
A new report suggests that the added time is due to the Prime Minister's Office working to reach a compromise with Bar.
The Opposition Leader delivered an address claiming that he has information that there is a fear of a political assassination and that the Shin Bet director is the most probable target.
The Southern District Attorney's Office announced its intention to file the first 22 indictments against terrorists who participated in the massacre at Kibbutz Nir Oz on October 7.
In the affidavit he will submit to the Supreme Court in against his dismissal, the Shin Bet chief is expected to attack the political echelon and also set a date for the end of his term.
ISA chief Ronen Bar expected announce resignation mid-May, following Memorial Day ceremonies.
Finance Minister states no court has the power to force the government to trust an official in whom it has lost all trust.
Binyamin Regional Council and Yesha Council Chairman Yisrael Ganz spoke with the wife of the Shin Bet officer who was arrested for allegedly leaking materials damaging to Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar.
Justices again call on govt. and AG to reach a compromise on the dismissal of Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar, reject PM's request to lift the interim order keeping Bar at his position.
Itzik Bontzel, a bereaved father, talked with ISA director Ronen Bar and personally demanded that he resign.
The Shin Bet agent who was arrested for allegedly leaking documents to a politician and journalists was welcomed home after being released to house arrest.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has asked the Supreme Court to lift its order delaying the dismissal of Shin Bet Director Ronen Bar.
The ISA agent who was arrested on suspicion of leaking to the media is expected to be released to a month-long house arrest.
In a rare step, Prime Minister Netanyahu elected not to include any representative of the ISA in his tour of Gaza yesterday.
Shin Bet agent who disclosed information about rescue operation shortly before it was carried out is arrested, faces prosecution.
Shin Bet comments on arrest of agent suspected of leaking classified information to journalists and a minister.
Finance Minister Smotrich explains to Arutz Sheva why he is boycotting any meetings with Ronen Bar.
The lawyers of the ISA agent who was arrested on suspicion of leaking classified information tell his side of the story.
The Finance Minister informed the Prime Minister that he will not participate in the important security discussion scheduled for today if Ronen Bar is invited.
The political pundit, who allegedly received secret documents from the Shin Bet member who was arrested, attacked the agency: 'A serious organization would work to check itself to see what caused it to jump head-first into a false investigation, not double down.'
The Police Internal Investigations Department opened an investigation into a reservist in the Shin Bet who leaked information about an investigation into the 'spread of Kahanism in the police.'
The IDF and ISA eliminated Hamza Asafah, head of a Nukhba terrorist cell who infiltrated Israel and participated in the cynical hostage release ceremony of the returning Israeli hostages.
The Shin Bet and Police Internal Investigations Unit have opened an investigation into a security-related affair that occurred during the war, but all details are under gag order.
In a newly exposed recording from a conversation with the commander of the Judea and Samaria Police Central Unit, the head of the Shin Bet Jewish Department could be heard disparaging a court judge.
