Shin Bet Chief Orders Immediate Probe into Channel 12 Over Alleged Operation Leak

First reported by Now 14 · 3 hours ago

What happened

Shin Bet Chief David Zini has ordered an immediate investigation into Channel 12 for allegedly leaking details of the "Roaring Lion" operation, but the probe faces internal resistance from senior Shin Bet officials and legal advisors, despite government pressure.

• 01Shin Bet Chief David Zini orders probe into Channel 12 over alleged leak of "Roaring Lion" operation.
• 02Government ministers criticized Shin Bet for not investigating the leak despite direct orders.
• 03Intelligence from multiple sources may identify the alleged leaker.
• 04Investigation blocked by Shin Bet Investigations Division head and legal advisor under State Attorney's guidance.
• 05Senior officials conveyed a message refusing to open the investigation despite Zini's order.
• 06Internal conflict highlights tension between security demands and legal oversight in Shin Bet.

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