Shin Bet Chief Orders Immediate Probe into Leak of Operation Roaring Lion to Channel 12

Following severe criticism from government ministers, Shin Bet Chief David Zini has bypassed legal advisors to initiate an immediate investigation into the leak of sensitive details about Operation Roaring Lion to Channel 12. The leak, described as one of the most serious intelligence breaches in Israel's history, was exposed during a heated discussion at the War Cabinet and Security Cabinet meeting last Thursday night.

Ministers expressed frustration over the delay in investigating the leak despite direct orders from Prime Minister and Defense Minister. Zini revealed that the obstruction came from within Shin Bet's legal and investigative branches, specifically the head of investigations and the organization's legal advisor, under the guidance of State Attorney Gali Baharav-Miara, who opposed opening the probe.

In response to the mounting pressure, Zini decisively ordered the investigation to proceed immediately, overriding internal legal objections. Security sources have since reported significant intelligence developments that may identify the individual responsible for the unauthorized disclosure, which endangered national security and operational lives.

The incident has raised serious concerns among senior officials about the necessity of legal approvals for investigating such critical security leaks. Shin Bet stated it will continue to pursue the case rigorously until the leaker is found and held accountable.