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Shin Bet Chief Secretly Visits U.S. Amid Security Debate

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By מאיר שלם

First reported by Channel 13 · 4 days ago

What happened

Shin Bet Director Ronen Bar is in Washington for secret meetings with U.S. counterparts on sensitive issues. This visit coincides with an Israeli debate on political security, where a committee recommended security for Gadi Eisenkot but has yet to decide on Yair Golan.

  • 01Shin Bet chief secretly visited Washington for sensitive talks.
  • 02Visit occurs amid Israeli debate on politician security.
  • 03Committee recommended security for Gadi Eisenkot.
  • 04Decision on Yair Golan's security is pending.
  • 05Shin Bet chief believes leaders don't require state security.

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Gadi EisenkotYair GolanRonen Bar

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Behadrei HaredimRight · Hebrew4 days ago
Shin Bet Chief Secretly Visits U.S. Amid Security Debate
Channel 13Center · Hebrew4 days ago
Shin Bet Chief Ronen Bar Visits U.S. for Sensitive Security Talks

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