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Shin Bet Doubles Security for Former PM Bennett Amid Threats
The Shin Bet has doubled the security detail for former Prime Minister Naftali Bennett due to threats, bringing his protection level to that of the Defense Minister. The enhanced security follows increased friction at his campaign events and previous thwarted attack attempts.
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What happened
- 01Shin Bet has doubled Naftali Bennett's security detail due to threats, matching the Defense Minister's level.
- 02Bennett, former Prime Minister, was informed of the increased security on Wednesday, October 21.
- 03Recent campaign events for Bennett have seen significant friction and altercations.
- 04In September 2026, a salt shaker was thrown at Bennett, hitting a staff member.
- 05Shin Bet previously thwarted foreign attempts to attack Bennett due to his anti-Iran activities.
- 06Other candidates, like Gadi Eisenkot and Yair Golan, are self-funding their security.
While Bennett receives state-funded security, other candidates are funding their own protection.
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