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Shin Bet chief tells bereaved families enough time has passed since the October 7 events

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Shin Bet chief tells bereaved families enough time has passed since the October 7 events
100% centerFirst reported by N12 · 14 hours ago
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What happened

Shin Bet chief David Zini met bereaved families for the first time since taking office after removing a memorial for October 7 agency dead. He said enough time has passed since the “Simchat Torah events,” rejected press reports, and the Shin Bet defended the move. Families, including Reut Edri, condemned the decision as erasing the massacre.

  • 01Zini removed a memorial corner for Shin Bet dead from October 7.
  • 02He told families enough time has passed since the “Simchat Torah events.”
  • 03This was the first family meeting since he took office.
  • 04The Shin Bet said showing only some fallen fighters diminishes the failure.
  • 05Bereaved families and Reut Edri accused him of erasing the massacre.

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David Zini
OrganizationsShin Bet, Haaretz
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Full coverage · 3 outlets

The same event, reported separately by each newsroom. Open a few to compare what each emphasizes — and what they leave out.

Channel 13Center · Hebrew29 minutes ago
Shin Bet chief tells bereaved families enough time has passed since the October 7 events
N12Center · Hebrew14 hours ago
Shin Bet chief apologizes to bereaved families over memorial corner, but says closure stands
MakoCenter · Hebrew14 hours ago
Shin Bet chief apologizes to bereaved families over memorial removal, but says decision stands

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