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Prosecutors Await Mossad Security Opinion in Qatargate Probe
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First reported by Kikar HaShabbat · Jun 22, 2026
What happened
Israeli prosecutors are awaiting a Mossad security opinion that may determine whether Yonatan Urich, Eli Feldstein and Shlomo Einhorn face security charges in the Qatargate case. Officials are examining whether Mossad chief Roman Gofman is conflicted out of signing the opinion because of his past ties to Benjamin Netanyahu.
- 01The decisive security opinion in the Qatargate case is expected from the Mossad, not the Shin Bet.
- 02It could affect possible security indictments for Urich, Feldstein and Einhorn.
- 03Roman Gofman’s past role as Netanyahu’s military secretary may create a conflict of interest.
- 04The government’s legal adviser and the Prime Minister’s Office are reviewing whether Gofman may sign.
- 05The Mossad said the case is under investigation and declined to comment.
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