Yoram Cohen

Former Shin Bet chief submits affidavit against Netanyahu

The former head of the Shin Bet, Yoram Cohen, claims in an affidavit submitted to the Supreme Court: "Netanyahu asked me to exploit the Shin Bet's authority for personal political purposes."

Former ISA chief:

Netanyahu asked me to disqualify Bennett from Cabinet

Former ISA chief Yoram Cohen says Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu asked him to disqualify then-Minister Naftali Bennett from membership in Diplomatic-Security Cabinet.

Former Shin Bet chief Yoram Cohen not ruling joining politics

Former head of the Shin Bet claims he has not yet decided whether he will join politics, but is not ruling out the possibility.

Likud criticizes:

'The deterioration in Gantz's memory is concerning'

Likud and National Unity parties spar after former Shin Bet chief Yoram Cohen criticizes Netanyahu's conduct.

Netanyahu:

'Enforcement authorities are attempting a coup'

The former head of the ISA revealed that Netanyahu had asked him to bug confidants in a security matter. Netanyahu did not deny the report, but instead lashed out at others involved.

Former Shin Bet chief:

'Give them a state? That would be a disaster'

Former Shin Bet chief Yoram Cohen warns against a Palestinian state: We need to explain to the world that we are dealing with a population that behaves in barbaric and sadistic manners.

Former Shin Bet chief: Our future depends on Hamas' destruction

'Hamas accepted decision that in the case of Israel, it is permitted to kill even women & children,' former Shin Bet chief Yoram Cohen says.

Former Shin Bet chief:

'Hamas must be destroyed, our future depends on it'

Former ISA head: In recent years there was a desire not to subdue Hamas in Gaza because of the thought it would lead to peace.

Right-wing activists rally for unity in Jerusalem

The organizers said the event was 'An emergency demonstration to heal the rift in the nation and to call for dialogue.'

'Hamas is deterred, but it's hard for me to say we won'

Yoram Cohen, former Shabak chief, says Israel must set new ground rules, avoid transferring funds to Hamas.

Former Shabak chief: Israel advancing towards ceasefire

'I hope we have done everything we planned to do,' says former Shabak chief Yoram Cohen.

Foot in mouth syndrome

MK Avigdor Liberman accused the PM of dragging Israel to the "abyss" on Iran on the same day the first explosion at Parchin occurred. Op-ed.

Former Shabak chief: Apply sovereignty, but on a modest scale

Yoram Cohen, former Shabak head, says Trump plan is 'good for Israel' - but annexation is not.

'Is it worth it for Israel to hold onto sovereignty?'

Former Shabak head Yoram Cohen says demolition of terrorists' homes is effective, questions whether sovereignty is worthwhile for Israel.

Former Shin Bet chief:

'A Palestinian state would endanger Israel'

Former Shin Bet chief Yoram Cohen warns against applying sovereignty over Judea and Samaria before election.

Former Shin Bet head: Great achievement for Israel, blow to PA

Yoram Cohen warns Israel moving away from 'Two-State disaster' towards 'One-State' disaster.

Former head of Shin Bet: Assassinations are an effective tool

Yoram Cohen praises tactic of assassinations and criticizes closing places of work in Tel-Aviv.

Ex Shin Bet head: 'Annexation could lead to needless bloodshed'

"We need to proceed with steps to reduce the occupation in Judea and Samaria," Yoram Cohen says.

Will former Shin Bet director lead Jewish Home?

Former Shin Bet Director Yoram Cohen encouraged to submit candidacy to lead Jewish Home by party activists, following departure of Bennett.

Is former Chief of Staff forming political party?

Benny Gantz reportedly approached former Shin Bet chief and suggested that he join a new party he is planning to form.

Ex-Shin Bet Head issues denial of wiretap report

Yoram Cohen says publications about instructions to listen in to the phones of IDF Chief of Staff and Mossad head Pardo are untrue.

'PM never asked me to wiretap Mossad chief, that's nonsense'

Former Shin Bet chief denies report Netanyahu asked him to wiretap senior security officials. 'I was shocked to see the report.'

PM: Claims that I ordered Mossad chief wiretapped 'a total lie'

Netanyahu slams report which claimed he ordered wiretapping of top security officials in 2011.

Did Netanyahu ask to tap the phone of the Mossad chief?

Television report claims Netanyahu instructed the Shin Bet to tap the phones of the former Mossad chief and IDF Chief of Staff.

'Israel has no interest in conquering Gaza'

Ex Shin Bet chief addresses how latest confrontations with Gaza terror orgs ended, claims Gaza purification would have exacted heavy price.

Ex Shin Bet chief: 'Annexing Judea and Samaria a terrible idea'

Former Shin Bet head Yoram Cohen expresses strong opposition to annexation of Judea and Samaria. 'Not worth it to take irreversible steps.'

Analysis: How the Muslim Brotherhood is taking over France

Muslim children in France are taught to take over Europe the way Gazan children are taught about Israel. The rest of Europe is next.

Thank you, Yoram!

Yoram Cohen, ISA chief, ends a five year term today, the perfect time to tell him and the dedicated men serving with him – Thanks!

'Abbas doing a lot to prevent terrorism'

Outgoing Shin Bet leader insists PA cracking down on terror as he exits office.

Security boosted around ISA chief

Tensions over Duma arson case lead government to take extra precautions regarding Shin Bet chief Yoram Cohen.

Protesters demand Shin Bet stop abusing Jewish prisoners

Demonstrators gather outside Shin Bet chief's home in Jerusalem to demand he stop abuse of Duma suspects.

Hamas Chief Says Armed Wing 'Stronger' than Ever

Ismail Haniyeh asserts Hamas has recuperated since Gaza war and is more than ready to answer any threats from Israel.

Shin Bet Head Warns Hamas is Readying for Another War

Israel Security Agency chief details to Knesset how terror has risen 50% each year since 2012, and how Hamas has already rearmed.

Anger as Shin Bet Head Claims Abbas 'Isn't Inciting Terror'

MK Hotovely strikes back after security agency head claims Abbas 'isn't interested in terror,' Temple Mount visits caused attacks instead.

Gantz and Cohen Agree on Cooperation, End Tensions

Days after their feud goes public, IDF Chief of Staff and Shin Bet chief agree on mutual cooperation regarding Gaza.

Tensions Boil Over in Gaza Op. Blame Game Between ISA, IDF

Benny Gantz writes to Netanyahu over ISA Chief Yoram Cohen's role in Protective Edge; PM urges officials to cooperate.

Netanyahu: Do Whatever's Necessary to Restore Calm

Prime Minister Netanyahu instructs the defense establishment to do whatever necessary to restore the quiet to Israel’s south.

Shin Bet: Failure in Peace Talks Will Not Bring Third Intifada

Israel's Security Agency (Shin Bet) claims that a third intifada is not on the horizon.

Shin Bet Head Warned Ministers: Don't Release Terrorists

Yoram Cohen told ministers that releasing terrorists would hurt security, diminish deterrence.

Yitzhar Invites Shin Bet Chief to Visit

Leaders in Yitzhar blasted GSS chief Yoram Cohen saying he needs to learn about their town first hand instead of relying on hearsay

Killers of Shin Bet Officer and Teenage Girl to be Released

Killers of 15-year old Helena Rapp and security officer Noam Cohen to be released

ISA Chief: Shalit Deal "Tough and Difficult"

ISA Chief Yoram Cohen says Israel's deal to secure the release of Gilad Shalit may increase motivation for terrorism and more kidnappings.

ISA Chief: Shalit Deal is Hard to Digest

ISA Chief Yoram Cohen in a press briefing on Shalit deal: We're releasing terrorists with blood on their hands. It's hard to digest.

In Wake of Events: New Chief Takes Over Israel Security Agency

Watch the remarks made by the incoming and outgoing ISA Chiefs in a special ceremony on Sunday.

New Shin Bet Head Tapped: Yoram Cohen

Cohen, who joined Shin Bet 30 years ago, is the first kippah-wearer to head the organization.