Legal Advisor Confirms I24NEWS Report: Shin Bet Chief Sought Probe of Arab MKs Without Evidence
Translated & summarized from i24NEWS Arabic by baba
Israel's government legal advisor confirmed a report that Shin Bet chief David Zini requested investigations into three Arab politicians without sufficient evidence. She stated that investigations require a basis of evidence and that the Shin Bet has delayed transferring materials to a special investigative team. The legal system is working to uncover the truth based on available evidence.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Israel's government legal advisor confirmed Shin Bet chief David Zini sought probes of Arab politicians without evidence.
- The legal advisor stated investigations require a factual basis and evidence.
- Shin Bet chief David Zini requested investigations into three Arab politicians.
- The Shin Bet has delayed transferring investigation materials to a special team.
- The legal system is working to uncover the truth based on available evidence.
The Israeli government's legal advisor confirmed on Tuesday what I24NEWS had previously reported: that Shin Bet chief David Zini requested investigations into three Arab politicians without sufficient factual basis. In an exceptional statement addressing what she called "misleading reports," the legal advisor stressed that in Israel, citizens and elected officials cannot be investigated without evidence. She added that if the Shin Bet or any other body possesses evidence warranting an investigation, it must be presented, stating, "Anyone who warrants investigation will be investigated, but people will not be investigated without a basis of evidence."
The legal advisor also noted that the Shin Bet had not transferred investigation materials gathered to a special investigation team formed on the recommendation of Judge Solberg, which includes the police and prosecution. This delay, she explained, hinders the process of addressing the matter. The legal system is working diligently and professionally to uncover the truth based on available materials, and investigation decisions will be made accordingly.
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