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Netanyahu Questions Shin Bet Chief Over Red Phone Access

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Netanyahu Criticized by Former Shin Bet Chief's Circle Over Immunity

Translated & summarized from Ynet by baba

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Hebrew · Sole source

Sources close to former Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar urged Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to remove his immunity and explain his policies following a public exchange. Netanyahu had questioned Bar's seriousness about security matters, suggesting he should have used a direct hotline. Bar's associates insist the loss of life is a serious issue requiring accountability and explanations for past decisions.

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  • Sources close to Ronen Bar called on PM Netanyahu to remove immunity and explain policies.
  • Netanyahu questioned Bar's seriousness, citing a direct hotline he could have used.
  • Bar's associates stated the loss of life is a serious matter requiring accountability.
  • The exchange follows a lawsuit filed by Bar seeking to remove Netanyahu's immunity.

Sources close to former Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar have responded to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's remarks, stating that Bar is "very serious" about the loss of life and that the Prime Minister should "remove his immunity and provide explanations." The sources claim Netanyahu should explain his policies, communication methods, and the stalled recommendations to eliminate Hamas leaders.

Earlier, Netanyahu had questioned Bar's seriousness, stating, "Ronen, are you serious? You had my direct hotline number and could have called me immediately, as all heads of the security establishment do."

The exchange follows a lawsuit filed by Bar, who is reportedly seeking to have Netanyahu's immunity removed. The sources emphasized that the loss of so many lives is a grave matter, and if Netanyahu is indeed serious, he must face accountability and explain his decisions.

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