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Gadi Eizenkot Lacks Shin Bet Security Despite Leading Role in Israeli Elections
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First reported by Ynet · 4 hours ago
What happened
Gadi Eizenkot, a top Israeli election candidate, is not protected by Shin Bet due to lacking an official government role, leading his campaign to hire private security amid rising threats.
- 01Gadi Eizenkot is not protected by Shin Bet despite being a leading prime minister candidate.
- 02Eizenkot's campaign employs private security for large events and field visits.
- 03Shin Bet protection is reserved for officials with formal government roles.
- 04Naftali Bennett, former prime minister, continues to receive Shin Bet security.
- 05Shin Bet chief supports lifetime protection for Sara Netanyahu and their children.
- 06The decision follows increased threats and larger event attendance for Eizenkot.
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