Legal Counsel Confirms Shin Bet Chief Sought to Investigate Arab Politicians Without Evidence
Translated & summarized from i24NEWS by baba
The Attorney General confirmed reports that Shin Bet chief David Zini requested to investigate three Arab politicians without factual justification. She stated that investigations require evidence and that the Shin Bet has delayed transferring materials to a special investigation team. The legal system is working to uncover the truth based on available evidence.
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- Attorney General confirmed Shin Bet chief sought to investigate Arab politicians without evidence.
- Investigations require factual justification and evidence, stated the Attorney General.
- Shin Bet has delayed transferring investigation materials to a special team for two days.
- A special investigation team was formed on Judge Solberg's recommendation.
- Legal enforcement is working to uncover the truth based on available evidence.
The Attorney General confirmed on Tuesday reports by I24NEWS that Shin Bet chief David Zini had requested to investigate three Arab politicians without factual justification. In an unusual statement, the Attorney General clarified that in a state of law, citizens or public officials cannot be investigated without evidence warranting it. If the Shin Bet or any other entity possesses evidence justifying an investigation, it is invited to present it, emphasizing that anyone who needs to be investigated will be, but not without an evidentiary basis.
Furthermore, the Attorney General noted that the Shin Bet has not transferred collected investigation materials to the special investigation team for two days. This team was established on the recommendation of Judge Solberg, in cooperation with the police and under the accompaniment of the State Attorney's Office, and the delay is hindering the handling of the matter. The legal enforcement system is working quickly and professionally to uncover the truth based on the available material, and investigation decisions will be made accordingly.
