Senior Shin Bet Commander Rescued From Gaza Border Kibbutz on Oct. 7
A senior Shin Bet commander, residing in a kibbutz near the Gaza border, required extraction on October 7 due to fears she would be captured by Hamas. This incident is being revealed for the first time in an interview with the commander on Channel 12.
The commander, appearing publicly, described the critical moments, stating, "If I fall into captivity, it is clear to everyone that I must be killed." The report includes testimonies from several senior Shin Bet officials.
A member of the elite Tequila unit recounted the difficult decision-making process amidst the chaos. He explained the priority was to extract her as quickly as possible, emphasizing the immense amount of sensitive knowledge she possesses, which must not fall into Hamas's hands. However, he noted that rescuing families actively fighting terrorists took precedence over her extraction.
The former head of the Shin Bet's southern region highlighted the commander's critical importance, comparing her potential capture to that of a Directorate of Military Intelligence (AMI) brigade commander. He stressed the significant damage such an event would cause due to her deep knowledge and familiarity with highly sensitive matters.
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