Matanyahu Englman

State Comptroller

Serious failures in casualty evacuation system on October 7

The State Comptroller found shortcomings in the procedures for evacuating the wounded on October 7 and in the treatment provided to wounded soldiers.

State Comptroller warns: Israel not prepared for earthquake

State Comptroller responds to Venezuela double earthquake, warning Israel has not yet taken sufficient steps to prepare for a disaster of its own.

State Comptroller Report

The failure in imprisoning terorrists

The State Comptroller reveals a 92% surge in the number of imprisoned terrorists, a shortage of thousands of prison spaces, and serious failures in the state’s preparedness.

Comptroller issues scathing report:

Cybersecurity failures in government ministries

Comptroller publishes scathing cyber preparedness reports: Foreign Ministry left exposed to sensitive information leaks, emergency agencies received no protection guidelines after October 7.

State Comptroller: Governance problem in the Negev has worsened

A report by the State Comptroller reveals severe failures in governance in the Negev: partial law enforcement, rising crime, and gaps in public services. Ben Gvir’s office responded: “Distorted and falsified data."

State comptroller releases scathing report on aviation failures

The State Comptroller today (Wednesday) published two harsh audits dealing with the continuity of aviation during an emergency and the employment of non-Israeli workers.

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Home Front failues during the war

A series of comprehensive reports examines the readiness of the authorities, evacuations in the south and north, reception, education, welfare, financial aid, and information management.

Netanyahu: 'Bennett always opposed conquering Gaza'

In closed meeting, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says former Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar forged documents.

State Comptroller

'Rehabilitate the north now, it's been destroyed too long'

State Comptroller Matanyahu Engelman conducted a tour in Manara and criticized the delay in the rehabilitation of northern communities.

State Comptroller warns:

Supreme Court's decision puts lives at risk

State Comptroller Matanyahu Englman responds to Supreme Court interim order freezing investigation into October 7 massacre, warning lack of investigation into failures places Israelis' lives at risk.

Risk of 10/7-style attack:

State Comptroller issues severe warning for Jerusalem area

State Comptroller Matanyahu Englman examined the effectiveness of the barrier and the crossings around Jerusalem and found serious deficiencies in operation, security, and supervision.

'Significant shortcomings'

The State Comptroller's warning ahead of elections

The Comptroller cautioned that foreign cyber threats may undermine Israel’s 2026 elections, revealing significant flaws in current state readiness.

311 shekels a day

State Comptroller says Israel not paying reservists enough

In the State Comptroller's report on the compensation of reserve soldiers, Matanyahu Englman states that the state does not pay sufficient wages to reservists

Comptroller warns

Israel lacks coherent national security doctrine

State Comptroller's report states: Israel does not have a structured national security policy - and this harms coordination, budgeting and strategic planning.

Worst failure in Israel's history

State Comptroller to meet senior officials over 10/7 failures

State Comptroller Matanyahu Englman is due to meet with senior officials to review failures leading to 10/7 massacre, 'our commitment is solely to the citizens of Israel who deserve answers.'

State Comptroller:

We have access to military materials, we're auditing failures

Israel's State Comptroller, Matanyahu Englman, revealed that in addition to auditing the failures that led to the October 7th Massacre, his office is looking into the government's treatment of the hostages and their families.

State Comptroller:

Serious failures in protection on northern border before 10/7

Comptroller Mantanyahu Engl man publishes results of report that was presented to the government before October 7 showing soldiers lacking appropriate weapons and being dissatisfied with overly restrictive regulations for their own defense on the northern border,

State Comptroller:

ISA and IDF are preventing investigation of critical issues

State Comptroller Matanyahu Englman criticized IDF Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi and ISA director Ronen Bar for not allowing an investigation into 'the heart of the failures surrounding the massacre.'

IDF leadership, Defense Minister clash over October 7th probe

Defense Minister Israel Katz ordered IDF Chief of Staff Halevi to fully cooperate with the State Comptroller's probe into the IDF's conduct leading up to and during the October 7th Massacre.

Oct. 7th Investigation:

Government to send additional documents to State Comptroller

The government secretariat announced that it will soon transfer documents related to the failures of October 7 to the office of Comptroller Matanyahu Englman.

Comptroller suggests investigation into Shifa director's release

Matanyahu Englman expresses interest in investigating release of director of Gaza hospital where hostages were held and murdered as politicians and officials trade barbs over blame.

State comptroller investigating possible cyberattacks on UAVs

State Comptroller Matanyahu Englman revealed that his office is investigating Israel's readiness for cyber attacks, including the use of electronic warfare against UAVs and intrusions into te Prime Minister's office.

State Comptroller:

Female soldiers assigned to guard terrorists are at risk of abuse

State Comptroller Matanyahu Englman warns that the female soldiers assigned to guard captured terrorists are likely to suffer sexual abuse. 'The writing is clearly on the wall.'

State Comptroller:

Pollution from Judea and Samaria; failure of years

State Comptroller and Ombudsman, Matanyahu Englman, published a follow-up report on the handling of the climate crisis.

War Report:

State Compt.: Government failure on home front – not justified

State comptroller Matanyahu Engelman claims citizens had difficulty receiving state services, even in matters directly related to the war.

Despite combat wounds:

Son of State Comptroller lights menorah

Hagai, the son of the State Comptroller, was wounded in Gaza a month ago. Tonight, he has recovered enough to light a menorah in Jerusalem.

State Comptroller visits scene of shooting attack near Eli

The State Comptroller says his office will soon publish a report on the safety of the roads in Judea and Samaria.

What do Israelis complain about the most?

A new report shows what parts of Israel's government drew the most complaints from Israelis in 2022.

Israel's State Comptroller:

'Follow the money, find terror'

State Comptroller Matanyahu Englman discusses how financial investigations can make Israel more secure.

Comptroller Warns:

IDF not prepared for extended operation in Judea and Samaria

Surprise visits at Israeli military bases reveals serious lack of preparedness in IDF for extended operations in Judea and Samaria.

State Comptroller:

Shabak, police failed during Guardian of the Walls riots

Comptroller Matanyahu Engelman report on police response to May 2021 riots finds significant failures in intelligence sharing, response.

State Comptroller:

Towns in Judea and Samaria unprepared for infiltrations

State Comptroller report shows infiltrations occur at an average of once a week.

'Terrorist could cross the fence & reach Bnei Brak in an hour'

The once lauded security fence, built at a cost of billions, is now no more than a joke, with breaches large enough to drive a car through.

Israel State Comptroller initiates panel discussion at COP26

Panel discussion initiated by State Comptroller Matanyahu Englman emphasizes state audit institutions’ role.