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Druze Officer Ali Shammi Becomes First in Knesset Guard History
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First reported by Arutz Sheva · 2 hours ago
What happened
Ali Shammi, a Druze officer with 25 years in the Knesset Guard, has been appointed permits officer and will become the first Druze officer in its command after completing police officer training. His promotion is hailed as a milestone for the Druze community and the Knesset Guard's commitment to professionalism and inclusion.
- 01Ali Shammi becomes the first Druze officer to serve as permits officer in the Knesset Guard.
- 02He has served in the Knesset Guard since 2001 in various security roles.
- 03Shammi will attend the Israeli Police officers' course to join the command ranks.
- 04Knesset Guard Commander Yuval Chen praised Shammi's professionalism and dedication.
- 05Knesset Speaker Amir Ohana highlighted the appointment's significance for the Druze community.
- 06The promotion reflects the Knesset Guard's values of service, professionalism, and inclusion.
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