Minister Strock Clashes With Shin Bet Chief Over Palestinian Violence

A sharp confrontation erupted in the Israeli cabinet between Minister of Settlement Affairs Orit Strock and Shin Bet chief David Zini, according to a report by Channel 13. The dispute began when Strock raised the issue of Palestinian violence against settlers, criticizing how these events are presented. "You present it as if the Arabs are sweet and pure, and only the settlers are problematic," she stated, adding, "Palestinians attack shepherds, injure them, endanger their lives. You should also highlight these attacks, deal with them, and talk about them."

In response, Zini sharply criticized the minister, saying, "Palestinians are not burning Jewish homes here. You are disconnected. We need to see condemnations and denunciations from all leadership. This harms settlement and harms security." Strock rejected the claim, asserting that she regularly condemns Palestinian violence. When Zini asked where she had done so, she replied, "On Reshet Bet, Galatz, everywhere. Just listen."