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Shin Bet Leaders Criticize Chief Zini Over Removal of October 7 Memorial

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First reported by N12 · Jul 1, 2026

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Shin Bet Chief David Zini ordered the removal of a memorial for October 7 victims at the agency's Tel Aviv headquarters, prompting three senior officials to oppose the move and warn they cannot ignore the event's impact. The decision has caused internal shock and debate over the agency's response to the attacks.

01Shin Bet Chief David Zini ordered dismantling of the October 7 memorial at agency headquarters.
02Three senior reserve officials plan to confront Zini, opposing the removal decision.
03Officials say they cannot ignore the October 7 attacks and want to rebuild the agency.
04Zini argued the memorial reminded staff daily of a failure and showed defeatism.
05The order to remove the memorial shocked many within Shin Bet headquarters.
06The dispute reveals internal tensions over handling the October 7 aftermath.

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