President Herzog Confirms Shin Bet Involvement in Search for Missing Haimnot Kasao

Israeli President Isaac Herzog met with the family of Haimnot Kasao, who has been missing for about two and a half years, at the President's Residence on August 25, 2026. During the meeting, Herzog informed the family about new developments in the search efforts, emphasizing that Kasao is considered "a child of all the people of Israel," and that the entire nation cares deeply about her.

Herzog revealed that following a request from the Israel Police, the Shin Bet (Israel Security Agency) has recently become fully involved in the investigation and search operations. This marks a significant escalation in the efforts to locate Kasao.

The father of the missing woman expressed concern over potential discrimination and called for urgent intervention, stating the need for increased involvement to ensure the search is thorough and impartial. The cooperation between the police and Shin Bet represents a coordinated approach to resolving the case.

The meeting highlighted the ongoing national attention to Kasao's disappearance and the commitment of Israeli authorities to intensify their search efforts. No further details about the investigation were disclosed at this time.