David Zini

David Zini officially takes office as head of Shin Bet

In the near future, Zini will work closely with S., Deputy Chief of the Shin Bet, and will undergo professional overlap. His entry into office will not be accompanied by an official ceremony.

Supreme Court rejects request to delay ISA chief's appointment

Supreme Court rejects requests to issue interim order delaying appointment of David Zini as new ISA chief, paving the way for Zini to begin new role on Sunday.

Ex-Shin Bet official:

'Zini’s first task is to restore public trust'

Ex-Shin Bet official Yossi Amrosi outlines the three challenges awaiting incoming Shin Bet chief, including restoring public trust, building a multi-year work plan, and rethinking failed concepts.

'The right man for the job'

Govt. approves David Zini's appointment to lead the Shin Bet

The Cabinet convened to approve the appointment of Major General (Res.) David Zini as the head of the Shin Bet, following a legal opinion that confirms the appointment.

Yair Golan pledges to remove David Zini from ISA if elected

The chairman of the Democrats Party promises that in the next government he will act 'to cleanse the civil service and place worthy people in key positions.'

Grunis Committee approves David Zini as Shin Bet chief

Appointment will be brought for final confirmation by the cabinet on Sunday. Upon cabinet approval, Zini will officially enter the position.

ISA director appointment delayed by bar mitzvah

The Grunis committee will finish the interviews only next Sunday due to a family event of one of its members. The committee's recommendation is expected after the High Holidays.

Former ISA directors try to block Zini's appointment

Nadav Argaman, Ami Ayalon, Yoram Cohen and Carmi Gillon, all former directors of the ISA, have filed objections against David Zini being appointed to the position.

Netanyahu asks key cmte. to approve appointment of new ISA chief

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu asks advisory committee to approve appointment of David Zini as new ISA chief, noting urgent need to fill position.

AG, PM compromise

David Zini to be appointed ISA chief after Qatargate probe

The Attorney General and representatives of Prime Minister Netanyahu have reached a compromise: David Zini's appointment as Shin Bet head will await the completion of the 'QatarGate' investigation.

Judges to Attorney General: 'Compromise with government'

Judges grant parties' request and allocate government and Attorney General one week to try to reach agreements, to avoid issuing a ruling.

Public spat between Supreme Court justices in Shin Bet hearing

During the hearing on the appointment of Major General David Zini as head of the Shin Bet, a conflict arose between President Amit and Justices Stein and Canfy-Steinitz regarding the position of the Attorney General.

Former MK:

'We should bulldoze the Supreme Court President'

Former Knesset member Moti Yogev sharply criticized the behavior of the Supreme Court and the Attorney General in the hearing regarding the appointment of David Zini to lead the ISA.

Supreme Court hears petitions regarding ISA appointment

The case represents a central part of the conflict between Israel's judicial and executive authorities. It will be broadcast live on the Supreme Court website.

'We are all messianists'

Maj. Gen. David Zini's IDF farewell address

Maj. Gen. David Zini, who recently concluded his tenure as head of the IDF Training and Doctrine Command, delivered a heartfelt farewell speech at the "Alika" base in the Golan Heights, marking the end of his 33-year military career.

Shin Bet Chief appointment

Attorney General to Netanyahu: Zini's nomination violates law

The Attorney General is demanding that Netanyahu hand the responsibility of appointing a new Shin Bet Director over to a minister.

Ben-Gvir visits Temple Mount for Jerusalem Day

National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir ascended the Temple Mount for Jerusalem Day together with members of the Otzma Yehudit party.

ISA nominee David Zini:

'October 7th was a bigger failure than the Yom Kippur war'

ISA director nominee David Zini offered a candid and painful assessment of the military’s failures during the October 7 Hamas attack, calling it 'a crazy failure, greater than the Yom Kippur War.'

Meeting David Zini

Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar initiates transition to successor

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.

'They failed to see his light'

Father of new Shin Bet chief shares his son’s struggles

Rabbi Yosef Zini, father of newly-appointed Shin Bet head Maj. Gen. David Zini, recalls how top yeshivas rejected his son early on. 'The ones who turned him away lost out — not us.'

Netanyahu on Zini:

'He warned of a ground invasion half a year before the massacre'

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."

In wake of ISA nomination

Zamir concludes MG Zini's military service

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.

Unheeded:

David Zini warned of attack from Gaza 6 months before massacre

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.

Prime Minister Netanyahu:

Maj. Gen. David Zini to be nominated to be Shin Bet Chief

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.