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Israeli Police Spokespersons Clash with Investigations Chief Over Access to Case Files
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First reported by Behadrei Haredim · Jul 21, 2026
What happened
A dispute within the Israeli police has emerged after spokespersons were blocked from accessing investigation files over leak concerns, leading to sharp criticism of Investigations Chief Boaz Balat. Negotiations are ongoing to restore access while safeguarding sensitive information.
- 01Israeli police spokespersons were blocked from accessing investigation files due to leak fears.
- 02Spokespersons accuse Investigations Chief Boaz Balat of hypocrisy and blame him for leaks.
- 03Spokespersons say access denial hinders their media briefing duties.
- 04Investigators claim spokespersons' inquiries burden ongoing investigations.
- 05Negotiations aim to restore spokespersons' access while protecting sensitive data.
- 06Boaz Balat's official response is awaited.
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