David Zini
Israeli-media coverage mentioning David Zini, translated into English and compared across sources. 27 recent stories.
Signs Mount of a Potential Jordan Border Crisis as Security Warnings Grow
An Israeli Navy interception near Eilat has heightened concern that Jordan's border could face a new security threat. The report says relations with Amman are at a historic low, w…
Widower condemns SHABAK chief’s removal of memorial corner and LGBTQ steps
Shin Bet chief David Zini is under fire after removing a memorial at the agency and canceling Pride-related activities. Omer Ohana, whose partner was killed on October 8, says the…
Shin Bet Chief Zini Asks Supreme Court to Reveal Petitioners’ Identities
Shin Bet chief David Zini has filed another request with Israel’s Supreme Court seeking the identities of people petitioning against him. The brief report gave no details on the u…
Bereaved families mark 1,000 days since October 7 with nationwide protest and memorial events
Bereaved families, hostage families and survivors announced a nationwide day of protest and remembrance next Thursday, marking 1,000 days since October 7. They are demanding a sta…
Iran Threatens Israel Over Lebanon as Reports of Israeli Pullback Are Denied
Iran’s Quds Force chief Ismail Qaani threatened Israel over Lebanon, while Defense Minister Israel Katz linked Iranian funding to regional proxy attacks. Reports that Israel withd…
Katz Says Israel Aims to Develop Offensive Strike Capability From Space
Defense Minister Israel Katz told a security conference in Jerusalem that Israel will expand its defense budget by 350 billion shekels over the next decade. He said the strategic…
Former Shin Bet Officer Questions Whether an LGBTQ Unit Ever Existed
Former Shin Bet officer Tamir Mandovsky said he saw no LGBTQ events or unit during his 2012 to 2022 service. His remarks followed reports that Shin Bet chief David Zini canceled a…
Podcast Teases Debate Over Shin Bet Chief and Pride Month Events
This article is not a news report but a promotional post for episode 18 of the satire podcast "Only Fun." It highlights a discussion about Shin Bet chief David Zini and a question…
Smotrich Says Security Funds Should Not Go to LGBTQ Programming
Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich defended Shin Bet chief David Zini after reports he canceled Pride-related displays and events. Smotrich said security funds should not be used f…
Fleishman says the Shin Bet should focus only on preventing the next October 7
Itamar Fleishman criticized reported Shin Bet restrictions on LGBTQ Pride Month displays and events. He said the agency should focus solely on preventing another October 7 attack…
Sea Scooter Incident off Eilat Raised Security Alert After Jordan Border Approach
i24 revealed footage of a sea scooter incident off Eilat that occurred about three weeks ago near the Jordanian border. The craft ignored warnings, fire was opened, and it retreat…
Eilat Residents Fear a Multi-Front Infiltration After Shin Bet Warning
Eilat residents are worried about a possible multi-front terrorist infiltration after a warning from Shin Bet chief David Zini and a revealed infiltration attempt. The IDF held a…
Security Officials Probe Whether Eilat Sea Intrusion Was a Deliberate Test Run
Israeli security officials are investigating whether a vessel that entered Eilat Bay three weeks ago was an unmanned craft sent to test the IDF’s response. The Shin Bet also said…
Southern Jordan Border Called a Growing Security Threat Near Eilat
The head of the Eilot Regional Council warned that the Jordan border near Eilat has become a dangerous smuggling corridor that could turn into a terror route. His remarks followed…
Netanyahu Asked Shin Bet Chief to Probe Leak of Iran Strike Timing to Channel 12
Benjamin Netanyahu asked Shin Bet chief David Zini to investigate a leak to Channel 12 about the timing of Israel’s strike on Iran. The Shin Bet has not decided whether to act, wh…
Satirical ‘Dictators’ Party Mocks Israeli Political Rhetoric
This satirical article invents a “Dictators Party” to mock Israeli political rhetoric about power, protest, media control, and discrimination. It strings together real quotes from…
Yakov Bardugo says he is free to criticize Shin Bet chief David Zini
Yakov Bardugo said on Radio Galey Israel that he is not aligned with Shin Bet chief David Zini and can criticize him freely. He argued that Zini should investigate a leak Netanyah…
Edelstein Says He Will Back Lifting Gottlieb’s Immunity Over Intelligence Concerns
Yuli Edelstein said he will vote to lift Tally Gotliv’s immunity in the Knesset. He said the real issue is protecting the anonymity of intelligence and security personnel, not a p…
UAE security delegation quietly lands in Israel on royal jet during Iran war
A senior UAE security delegation secretly visited Israel during the war with Iran, meeting top Israeli security and political leaders. The trip, on a royal VIP Boeing 737, is the…
Police Spokesman Says He Faces Attacks From Yair Golan’s Party and MK Naama Lazimi
Police spokesman Arye Doron said Yair Golan and The Democrats are attacking the Israel Police after Golan launched a legal command center to monitor police and Shin Bet activity b…
Opposition MKs Barred From Voting on Tally Gotliv’s Immunity
The Knesset committee debate on removing Tally Gotliv’s immunity is ending, but three opposition MKs have been barred from voting. The coalition is still expected to back keeping…
Netanyahu’s Political ‘Golden Parachute’ Signals Fear of Election Defeat
An opinion article says Benjamin Netanyahu is preparing for a possible election defeat by stacking key posts with loyalists and building a political safety net. It argues the stra…
Opposition Seeks to Halt Votes on Broadcast Bill Over Procedural Irregularities
Opposition lawmakers asked the Knesset legal adviser to block Sunday’s votes on the broadcast bill, citing serious procedural problems. The dispute centers on a clause that would…
Opposition Seeks to Block Vote on Broadcasting Bill After Procedure Complaints
Opposition lawmakers on the Knesset Communications Committee asked the legal adviser to stop Sunday’s vote on the broadcasting bill. They cited procedural failures after Communica…
Tali Gottlieb’s Defiance Over State Secrets Turns Into a Broader Political and Legal Battle
MK Tali Gottlieb is under legal pressure after exposing a Shin Bet officer’s name and attacking the secrecy order behind the case. The article says her claims about a wider securi…
MK Maoz Calls on Shin Bet Chief to Shut Down the Jewish Division
MK Avi Maoz called on Shin Bet chief David Zini to close the Jewish Division after a Haaretz report said the agency would be involved in monitoring ultra-Orthodox protests. Maoz s…
At Zini’s Direction, Shin Bet to Monitor Extremist Protests
Shin Bet chief David Zini has ordered the agency to monitor extremist protests after the attempted break-in at Supreme Court Deputy President Noam Sohlberg’s home. The investigati…
