Investigation Into Major Leak to Channel 12 Stalled Despite Direct Orders from Netanyahu

More than two months after Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defense Minister issued direct orders to investigate a serious leak to Channel 12, the inquiry has yet to begin. The leak, described by Netanyahu as "the most severe in Israel's history," remains unaddressed despite clear instructions to the Shin Bet security service. Shin Bet officials claim there is "no lead" to pursue and cite legal advice from the State Attorney's Office as a barrier to opening the investigation. However, evidence suggests there are multiple leads available, raising questions about the motives behind the delay.

Shin Bet chief David Zini eventually instructed the head of the investigations division to open a probe ahead of an upcoming cabinet meeting, but no tangible progress has been made. The sources involved in the leak at Channel 12 are known, and the investigation could yield results within 48 hours, making the continued inaction puzzling. Concerns have been raised about the relationship between the Shin Bet investigations division and the legal advisors, which appears to be obstructing essential security measures.

Zini faces scrutiny over why it took over a month to issue the investigation order after Netanyahu's directive and why no investigation or findings have emerged since. The ongoing delays and excuses suggest deliberate foot-dragging in a matter of critical national security. The situation has sparked serious questions about the professionalism and motivations of the officials responsible for handling the case.