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Israel's Legal Advisor Probes Shin Bet Chief's Appointments Amid Election Concerns
Israel's Legal Advisor Gali Baharav-Miara is reviewing senior appointments by Shin Bet chief David Zini due to concerns they were made before elections. The appointments, including one for a counter-terrorism role, have faced internal criticism and legal scrutiny regarding election period restrictions.
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What happened
- 01Legal Advisor Gali Baharav-Miara is investigating Shin Bet chief David Zini's senior appointments.
- 02The probe questions if appointments are necessary or an attempt to pre-empt election outcomes.
- 03One reported appointment is for a counter-terrorism role and has drawn internal criticism.
- 04Legal guidelines restrict senior appointments during election periods to avoid binding future governments.
- 05The Shin Bet denies wrongdoing, calling the appointments lawful and part of a scheduled process.
The Shin Bet maintains the appointments are lawful and part of a pre-determined process.
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