Police Spokesperson Faces Disciplinary Review Over Remarks

Police Superintendent Aryeh Doron, the Israeli Police spokesperson, is under disciplinary review following remarks made in a radio interview. The review was initiated after the "Array for Detainee Support" organization filed a petition with the High Court of Justice against the Police Commissioner. Doron's controversial statements included calling remarks by Yair Golan "the words of one of Israel's greatest enemies. He harms Israel's heroes." He also previously refused to commit to the police obeying a High Court ruling against National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir, stating only that the police would obey "whoever the law in the State of Israel requires it to obey."

This disciplinary process is not the first time Doron has been in the spotlight. Earlier this year, the police requested the State Prosecutor's Office investigate MK Ahmad Tibi for calling Doron "zero." The police spokesperson's office at the time stated they expected Tibi's "superiors" to issue a public apology. The article also references an incident where Doron allegedly told MK Tibi to "be ashamed" for demanding answers about the fatal shooting of unarmed Muhammad Hussein Tarabin Al-Sana, who was shot by police after allegedly opening his door "aggressively."

The author of the article, Zehava Galon, a former Meretz chairwoman, expresses no surprise at Doron's situation, characterizing his actions as "public groveling" to his "superiors." Galon criticizes Doron's perceived lack of professional and political neutrality, suggesting he is an opportunist who aligns himself with power. She recalls a past encounter where Doron insisted he was not "zero," and notes his previous appointment as "advisor on Ethiopian affairs" under former Public Security Minister Amir Ohana, suggesting political connections played a role. Galon concludes that individuals like Doron, who she believes compromise proper public administration, are dangerous, especially in times of crisis.