State Comptroller

Former hostage:

'I deserve to know the truth'

'What are they trying to prevent us from knowing?' says Eitan Mor ahead of the High Court of Justice's hearing against the State Comptroller’s investigation into the failures of 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.

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Serious failures in rehabilitation of Gaza Envelope communities

A special report released by State Comptroller Matanyahu Englman raises concerns about failures in the rehabilitation of the Gaza Envelope area following the October 7th attack.

October 7 investigation

Netanyahu reveals responses to State Comptroller

Prime Minister Netanyahu revealed the answers he provided to the State Comptroller regarding the October 7th events and sharply criticized the High Court’s decision against the State Comptroller. "Is this a coincidence?"

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'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's report:

A third of Israelis not adequately protected from rocket fire

A sharp report points to severe failures during the war, including in areas such as sheltering, health, education, and mental health support.

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.

Supreme Court orders October 7th investigation halted

The Supreme Court ordered the State Comptroller to suspend audits in areas of political and investigative sensitivity until the petition is decided.

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

Is this the leading candidate for State Comptroller?

Political sources point to retired Supreme Court Justice Yosef Elron as the leading candidate - if he agrees to accept the role.

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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.

NSC official:

Public will be shaken up by findings of Oct. 7 investigation

State Comptroller demands National Security Council officials receive preliminary findings on October 7 failures, staff refuse over leak concerns.

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:

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's office:

Former Chief of Staff blocked 7/10 investigation

Ishai Vaknin, Director General of the State Comptroller's Office, says outgoing IDF Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi 'had a desire to do everything so that we would not investigate the heart of the failure' which led to the October 7 massacre.

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.

State Comptroller Office:

Findings of probe into Nova massacre 'earthshaking'

Director-General of the Office of the State Comptroller and Ombudsman, Yishai Vaknin, says the Comptroller report on the Nova festival massacre can't be published until the IDF cooperates with the probe.

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.

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.'

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.

State comptroller warns:

Disaster in Turkey must shake the government in Jerusalem

According to a report by the state comptroller, 93% of structures that are in need of immediate fortification have yet to be reinforced.

Qatar cracks down on LGBT community ahead of World Cup

The Gulf state has allegedly tortured gays in underground chambers and insists its culture will be respected despite an influx of tourists.

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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.

His mother died, the police still came to check she was isolated

Police come every week to check that deceased woman is abiding by COVID quarantine regulations.

Israel State Comptroller initiates panel discussion at COP26

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

New York State to divest from Unilever following B&J boycott

NY State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli says Unilever decision not to sell ice cream in Judea and Samaria is a violation of 2016 anti-BDS policy.

State Comptroller: Not enough protection for Rav-Kav users

Harsh criticism of the Tax Authority: "Return to citizens 3.6 billion shekels, private money that belongs to them."

State comptroller promises to help after Holon building collapse

The State Comptroller has promised to help find solutions for residents ordered out of a Holon apartment building that later collapsed.

State Comptroller Report:

Hundreds of thousands sent into unnecessary isolation

Health Ministry invested NIS 112 million to purchase 2.4 million kits for serological tests, but plans to perform only 300,000 tests.

Committee rules: Netanyahu's friend cannot cover his legal fees

Permits Committee at the State Comptroller’s Office rejects PM's request to receive NIS 10 million from a foreign friend to cover legal fees

Largest number of complaints - about the Transportation Ministry

Annual State Comptroller report shows Israelis complain most often about Transportation Ministry, Health Ministry.

State Comptroller goes into isolation

State Comptroller and several senior executives in his office ordered into isolation after coming in contact with coronavirus carrier.

In win for PM, Knesset elects Likud candidate for comptroller

Knesset votes 67 to 48 to elect Matanyahu Englman, the Likud candidate for state comptroller, defeating opposition choice in secret ballot.

Attorney Michal Rosenbaum: Yair Netanyahu didn't intervene

Attorney Michal Rosenbaum rejects reports PM's son foiled her candidacy for State Comptroller report, claiming it not to be the case.

Coalition picks candidate for State Comptroller

Coalition decides to submit candidacy of accountant Matanyahu Englman as the next State Comptroller.

State Comptroller slams Yoav Galant over blackmail accusations

State Comptroller Yosef Shapira slams Immigration Minister Galant after he alleges State Attorney was a victim of blackmail.

State Comptroller warns of 'death trap' high-rise buildings

Comptroller finds major deficiencies in report on authorities' readiness for large-scale fires such as the 2016 arson attacks.

Is the IDF woefully unprepared for war?

Amid fight between Chief of Staff and IDF's Ombudsman over military's readiness, State Comptroller debates opening probe of his own.

State Comptroller warns:

'Major earthquake would kill 7,000, destroy bridges'

State Comptroller finds Israel only partially prepared for major earthquake, which would have devastating consequences.

State Comptroller intervenes in efforts to return Hadar Goldin

Yosef Shapira asks PM Netanyahu to explain Israel's efforts to return body of soldier held by Hamas for 4 years.

Michael Oren takes on Israel's 'lone soldier' problem

Deputy Min. Oren tells Arutz Sheva state overlooking Israeli lone soldiers, particularly haredim, calls to form new agency to address issue.

'Is upholding law less legitimate than supporting infiltrators?'

Regavim NGO takes issue with State Comptroller report, which accused Binyamin Council of favoritism to pro-Zionist groups.

State Comptroller:

'Israel not prepared for drone threat

State Comptroller says Israel not prepared for threat of UAVs, not enforcing laws to prevent accidents or criminal activity.

Comptroller: State neglecting Holocaust survivors

New report finds Holocaust Survivors Rights Authority not providing for Holocaust survivors' needs as it is supposed to.

State Comptroller to check preparedness for chemical attack

State Comptroller says he'll check likelihood and preparedness of home front for chemical attack, will list ways to protect home front more.

'The tunnel threat is serious - but not existential'

IDF Chief of Staff speaks about State Comptroller's report, says Israel has hit 'hundreds of targets' since 2014.

'State Comptroller adopted a childish approach'

The former head of the IDF Military Intelligence Directorate, Amos Yadlin, criticized Comptroller's report on Protective Edge campaign.

'US supported Israel's opponent during Protective Edge'

Jerusalem Post managing editor says Protective Edge 'unparalleled' political success as Israel resisted hostile Obama Administration.

Ya'alon: The Cabinet was irresponsible, leaked information

Former Defense Minister defends conduct during Gaza conflict in light of Comptroller report. 'The discussions were a big farce.'

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Only Bennett demanded the destruction of terror tunnels

State Comptroller writes government failed to take tunnel threat seriously, withheld essential information from ministers.

'Good that Ya'alon was removed from office'

MK Oren Hazan attacks former Defense Minister: 'No need to read report to understand Defense Minister Ya'alon worst in Israel's history.'

PM: No Cabinet has been more informed

PM rejects Comptroller report conclusions, says nations around world seek to partner with Israel because of its strength and expertise.