Likud Ministers Demand Shin Bet Probe Into Channel 12 Leak, Clash With Head David Zini
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First reported by Now 14 · Jun 28, 2026
What happened
Likud ministers confronted Shin Bet chief David Zini during a security cabinet meeting over the refusal to investigate alleged leaks to Channel 12 about Operation Lion's Roar. Zini cited legal restrictions and the large number of people involved as reasons for not opening a probe, leading to a tense exchange. The ministers expressed dissatisfaction, but Zini insisted he was bound by law and suggested legislative changes if investigation authority was to be expanded.
- 01Likud ministers demanded Shin Bet investigate Channel 12 leak about Operation Lion's Roar.
- 02Shin Bet chief David Zini cited legal limits and lack of leads to justify no probe.
- 03Zini said investigating journalists requires state attorney approval, which he did not seek.
- 04Ministers criticized Zini for not consulting legal advisors and called for law changes.
- 05The exchange was tense, including sarcastic remarks and direct accusations.
- 06After the meeting, ministers sought further clarification, but Shin Bet declined comment.
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