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Shin Bet Chief Hesitates Over Lifetime Security Request for Netanyahu Family

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First reported by N12 · 2 hours ago

What happened

Shin Bet chief David Zini has not approved a security assessment for the Netanyahu family after Sara Netanyahu requested lifetime protection for herself and her children, a move opposed by security professionals who recommend threat-based security levels. The Prime Minister's Office denies the report.

  • 01Sara Netanyahu requested lifetime security for herself and her children regardless of election results.
  • 02Shin Bet's Unit 730 assessed no ongoing threat justifies permanent close protection for Avner and Yair Netanyahu.
  • 03Shin Bet chief David Zini has not signed or forwarded the security assessment for ministerial review.
  • 04Zini is torn between professional advice and a possible five-year security provision for the family.
  • 05The Prime Minister's Office called the report "fake news."

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Behadrei HaredimRight · Hebrew2 hours ago
Shin Bet Chief Hesitates Over Lifetime Security Request for Netanyahu Family
N12Center · Hebrew2 hours ago
Shin Bet Chief Considers Five-Year Security for Sara Netanyahu and Children Despite Low Risk Assessment

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