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Israel's Shin Bet security agency has joined the search for Haymanot Kasau, an Ethiopian girl missing since 2024, at the request of her family. President Herzog met with her parents, emphasizing the national effort to locate the missing child.
Shin Bet chief David Zini informed Israel's election committee chairman that he alone made the decision to deny Gadi Eisenkot a security detail, stating there was no intelligence indicating a threat.
The head of Shin Bet reportedly rejected a request for a security detail for Gadi Eisenkot, a decision made despite social media threats and warnings about targeting former senior officials, leading to accusations of political motives.
Reports indicate that Israel's Shin Bet intelligence agency has compiled a 'Kill List' targeting Palestinians allegedly involved in the October 7 massacre.
Yamal and Shin Bet forces apprehended an Arab Israeli individual wanted for terror activity in what is suspected to be a 'Tequila incident', involving an elite counterterrorism unit.
Hundreds of police, volunteers, and rescue personnel are conducting an extensive air, sea, and land search for four-year-old Yuval Kogan, who disappeared near Hofit Beach in Ashkelon, Israel.
A man from Nazareth has been arrested by the Shin Bet and Israel Police for allegedly planning an attack on Itamar Ben-Gvir and recruiting terrorists for Hamas, an act authorities view with utmost severity.
Israeli authorities have arrested senior HWC officials following Shin Bet reports of foiled terror plots and foreign-run influence campaigns targeting Israeli society.
The Israeli government has approved a plan to transfer over half a billion shekels from a budget designated for the Arab sector to the Shin Bet. The original budget, decision 550 from 2021, aimed to reduce economic and social disparities in Arab society.
Israel's Shin Bet has launched an investigation into the leak of wartime intelligence to a media outlet, a probe initiated under pressure from Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
A Channel 14 commentator, Bardugo, admitted to meeting with Zini to discuss ministers' demands for an investigation into alleged Shin Bet leaks to Channel 12.
Shin Bet chief Zini's comments about his loyalty to elected leadership have raised significant questions for Israel's upcoming elections. His remarks are being analyzed for their implications on the political landscape.
Israeli forces and Shin Bet have killed Muhammad Naim Jandia, a Hamas military security head who participated in the kidnapping of Captain Daniel Perez and other hostages in Gaza.
Boaz Bismuth has reportedly sent a letter to the Shin Bet, asking the security agency to address both foreign election threats and concerns arising from a recent High Court ruling, in an apparent attempt to pit the Shin Bet against the High Court in an election dispute.
An interview with an ex-general reveals his call to dismantle the Palestinian Authority and address internal threats, citing concerns from IDF and Shin Bet.
Ronen Bar, former head of Israel's Shin Bet, was evacuated from a security conference in the UAE with his wife following a credible Iranian threat.
A Shin Bet officer has filed a High Court petition to block the Knesset's decision to grant immunity to MK Tally Gotliv, seeking to restore criminal proceedings against her.
Police in Belfast deployed water cannons for a second night to disperse anti-immigration protesters who engaged in violent clashes, throwing bricks and bottles. The unrest followed a stabbing incident and saw vehicles set on fire, with authorities condemning the 'thuggery'.
The IDF and Shin Bet conducted an operation in Gaza, killing several officials from Hamas's General Security Apparatus, which is responsible for maintaining communication, protecting leaders, and escorting them to emergency facilities.
Israel announced it killed Mohammed Odeh, the newly appointed head of Hamas's military wing, in a Gaza strike. This comes just over a week after his predecessor was also reportedly killed by an Israeli strike.
The head of Israel's Shin Bet security agency has met with Mohammed Dahlan, a political rival of the Palestinian Authority president, in the UAE.
Israel's Attorney-General has filed an indictment against Knesset Member Tally Gotliv for allegedly disclosing the identity of a Shin Bet employee. Gotliv maintains her actions were part of fulfilling her role.
A report indicates that the Shin Bet will change its opinion on the 'Qatargate' case, stating that Urich and Feldstein did not harm state security. A law enforcement official described the revised opinion as 'completely watered down'.
Israeli security forces, including Shin Bet and IDF, have uncovered a smuggling network that used drones to traffic dozens of weapons from Jordan into the West Bank, leading to five indictments.
Former Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett was forced to delete a social media post after accidentally revealing the name and picture of a Shin Bet security guard, a detail prohibited for safety reasons.
Ami Ayalon, former head of Israel's domestic intelligence agency Shin Bet, warned in an interview that Israel is 'heading to apartheid' unless it divides the land with the Palestinians, emphasizing a limit to what can be sustained.
Sources indicate that the Shin Bet Chief does not consider Jewish attacks against Palestinians to be acts of terror.
Israel's Shin Bet security agency has reportedly threatened an Israeli citizen with security offense charges due to posts made about Prime Minister Netanyahu.
Zini's siding with his agency's findings in its probe of October 7 against the prime minister's narrative is the first public break between the two after Zini remained silent on the issue for months.
A Shin Bet employee has been indicted in the Lod District Court in a Gaza smuggling affair, alongside Bezalel Zini, with a gag order remaining in place.
Israel's Shin Bet security agency has announced the arrest of an Israeli citizen suspected of spying for Iran, raising concerns about espionage activities.
The US Supreme Court temporarily sided with Trump on mail-in voting restrictions, while Trump and Ontario Premier Doug Ford exchanged insults over trade disputes. Meanwhile, South Korea vowed to turn Trump's overtures into North Korea talks, and reports emerged of Trump's call with Pakistan's Army Chief ahead of a Tehran visit.
The sister of the Shin Bet chief has joined a far-right, anti-LGBTQ political party in Israel ahead of the upcoming election, drawing attention to the political landscape.
The sister of missing Haymanut Kasau has accused the Shin Bet chief of refusing to act in the search for her sibling, stating that effective action is possible when there is a will.
The United States has rejected China's attempts to enforce new restrictions at Scarborough Reef, stating that China's claim over the Scarborough Shoal is destabilizing the region. This comes amidst various other global developments, including a Verizon mobile service outage in the U.S. and discussions regarding the Trump Gaza plan.
Shin Bet Chief David Zini made his inaugural official visit to the YAMAM counterterrorism unit, where he reviewed joint operations and technological capabilities.
The IDF and Shin Bet killed a Hamas terrorist who participated in the October 7 invasion and attempted a second stabbing attack in the West Bank within hours. This targeted strike eliminated a significant threat.
The IDF and Shin Bet have killed a senior Hamas commander responsible for holding several hostages captured during the October 7 attacks, including Romi Gonen, Emily Damari, and others.
A former Shin Bet official criticized Sara Netanyahu's request for a lifetime security detail, calling it 'delusional' and out of touch with reality.
The Shin Bet chief has reportedly approved a lifelong security detail for Sara Netanyahu, the wife of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. This decision follows her request for security for her family, regardless of election outcomes.
Israel's parliament has announced that national elections will be held on October 27, marking the first elections since the recent conflict in Gaza. The upcoming vote is widely seen as a crucial test for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's political future.
The Palestinian Authority has announced that legislative elections will be held on November 28, marking the first major elections in nearly two decades. This development comes amidst ongoing Israeli attacks in Gaza, which have resulted in multiple fatalities despite a declared ceasefire.
Shin Bet chief David Zini has sparked political controversy after being recorded at a private event, appearing to pledge personal allegiance to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
Israeli forces arrested eight Palestinians suspected of assaulting Israelis in a West Bank village, and separately, a resident of Tarqumiyah was arrested in connection with the kidnapping of an IDF soldier.
Shin Bet head David Zini is reportedly looking to cancel the organization's trips to Poland, which are intended to provide employees with a first-hand look at concentration camps and appreciate the Holocaust's magnitude.
Israel's Shin Bet internal security service reportedly canceled its planned Pride Month event and slashed the budget for all LGBT programming, with organizers receiving no clear explanation.
A joint operation by the IDF and Shin Bet successfully eliminated Zaki Youssef Mahmoud Abu Mustafa, a PIJ terrorist responsible for kidnapping a minor during the October 7 massacre.
The Knesset voted to grant Likud MK Tally Gotliv immunity, preventing her prosecution over allegations of disclosing the identity of a Shin Bet officer.
Israel's Attorney-General informed a Knesset panel that MK Tally Gotliv jeopardized a Shin Bet agent's safety by disclosing classified details. Gotliv is seeking immunity from prosecution.
Ibrahim Hilo, a terrorist, has been indicted following an investigation by Lahav 433 and Shin Bet for holding the body of St.-Sgt. Oron Shaul in Gaza for nearly a decade.
Five PFLP-linked residents of East Jerusalem were arrested in late 2025, suspected of being recruited by senior PFLP terrorist Salah Hamouri, according to Israeli authorities.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is accused by former security officers of appointing loyalists to lead Israel's two main intelligence agencies, Shin Bet and Mossad.
The head of Israel's Shin Bet security agency has filed a contempt motion after former chiefs allegedly concealed the names of dissenting workers.
Yoram Cohen, former head of Shin Bet and a vocal critic of Netanyahu, has announced he is joining Gadi Eisenkot’s Yashar! party in anticipation of upcoming elections.
The head of Israel's Shin Bet security agency is reportedly seeking the names of former officials who opposed his appointment.
The Shin Bet Chief has reportedly joined the Defense Minister in delaying charges against a Likud lawmaker.
The prosecution has requested the court to review a Shin Bet opinion regarding Prime Minister Netanyahu's request to cancel his testimony, emphasizing the need for transparency in the trial.
In Zini’s case, Gabizon wrote that while a detention ground still exists in principle, the danger can be neutralized through full house arrest, supervision, and additional restrictions.
Israeli forces, including the IDF, Shin Bet, Border Police, and Israel Police, arrested 60 wanted suspects in a sweeping operation across the West Bank, mobilizing a broad number of reservists.
The indictment against an agent of the Shin Bet security agency added to a growing list of Israelis accused of exploiting their positions in the security forces to profit from the war in Gaza.
Israel's Shin Bet security agency will assist in the search for an Ethiopian Israeli girl who has been missing for two years.
An editorial argues that Israel's Shin Bet security agency should protect Gadi Eisenkot to prevent political violence from escalating into a national tragedy.
Yisca Hayimov, sister of Shin Bet chief David Zini, has joined the Noam LeYisrael party. The party, led by Avi Maoz, announced her membership on Sunday.
Israeli airline El Al has canceled its planned Tel Aviv-Hanoi flight route after Israel's security establishment, Shin Bet, denied the necessary security authorizations for the operation.
Jibril Zubeidi, a senior Fatah figure and brother of former al-Aqsa Martyrs' Brigades commander Zakaria Zubeidi, has been released after administrative detention since 2023.
Protesters in Tel Aviv have blocked roads, demanding that the Shin Bet investigate the disappearance of Haymanut Kasau, marking 882 days since she went missing, with her father alleging discriminatory treatment by the government.
An Israel Police investigation, in conjunction with the Shin Bet, uncovered illegal firearms in an Arab-Israeli town after bizarre photographic evidence emerged showing a baby with a gun.
Harel Menashri, a Shin Bet cyber pioneer, warned that digital attacks could cause mass casualties and leave Israel vulnerable, comparing their potential impact to a nuclear strike.
Sara Netanyahu will receive protection for as long as her husband is alive, while Yair and Avner Netanyahu will be protected for at least five years, following Shin Bet committee approval.
The Israeli government is set to discuss reallocating NIS 568 million from Arab sector development to the Shin Bet, signaling a shift in priorities towards increased law enforcement and intelligence.
Prosecutors have indicted a 28-year-old Beersheba man for allegedly preparing a knife and pepper spray to attack former MK Mossi Raz, and later seeking the address of former Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar.
Israeli President Isaac Herzog has drawn a 'red line' following comments by David Zini, who explained his acceptance of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s offer to lead the Shin Bet, sparking a debate on loyalty to the elected echelon.
Israel's government has allocated over NIS 500 million to the Shin Bet security agency to combat crime within the Arab sector, funded by the 550 Plan budget.
Members of the elite Yamam counterterrorism unit, supported by Shin Bet intelligence, apprehended suspects involved in a mosque shooting in northern Israel.
A former head of Israel's Shin Bet security agency is threatening to sue Channel 14 over allegedly false and inflammatory comments made during a program, claiming he pushed for the release of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar in 2011.
Shin Bet head David Zini reportedly instructed officials to prioritize a possible attack on Eilat, viewing the city as a security vulnerability due to its isolated location.
Israeli security forces, the IDF and Shin Bet, have uncovered a Turkey-based Hamas network involved in recruiting individuals for terror attacks and smuggling weapons and funds into Israel.
Eleven lawmakers voted in favor of granting immunity to Tally Gotliv after three days of discussions regarding her alleged disclosure of Shin Bet identities.
An 18-year-old Israeli from Ibillin was arrested by Shin Bet and Israel Police for allegedly studying weapons use, researching explosives, attempting to acquire an M-16 rifle, and hiding ammunition for a Hamas-linked attack.
Joint IDF and Shin Bet forces conducted counterterrorism operations in the West Bank, leading to the arrest of five individuals based on intelligence.
Shin Bet chief David Barnea reportedly met with Mohammad Dahlan, an exiled former Fatah official, during a wartime visit to the UAE. Dahlan is a prominent figure whose past includes serving as a security chief.
Police have arrested a resident of Bethlehem suspected of throwing an explosive device at Rachel's Tomb, who has been taken for questioning by the Shin Bet.
Israel's High Court is set to hear petitions challenging Prime Minister Netanyahu's selection of a new Mossad chief, raising questions about the government's authority over key security appointments.
The Lebanese President has stated that a security agreement with Israel must be reached before any potential meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu. This condition underscores Lebanon's demand for a ceasefire and an end to Israeli attacks.
An article in Haaretz suggests that Israel's Shin Bet security agency faces internal challenges that could lead to its decline, potentially faster than the police force.
Israeli intelligence agencies announced they have dismantled a global Iranian terror network that allegedly planned attacks against Israeli officials and Jewish targets in multiple countries, including Cyprus and Azerbaijan. The network was reportedly ready to strike various nations.
Israel's Shin Bet security agency reportedly warned police about an impending right-wing mob attack on an army base. The warning came before the mob ultimately stormed the facility.
The brother of the Shin Bet chief, who was suspected of smuggling activities in Gaza, has been released and placed under house arrest.
The father of Kasau, who was kidnapped two years ago, is pleading for the Shin Bet to take action, stating that there is no new information and his family's tears have run dry.
A senior Shin Bet official has been charged with involvement in smuggling goods into Gaza.
In a joint statement by the Israel Police Spokesperson's Unit and the Shin Bet, it was revealed that four suspects from northern Israel, including two minors, were suspected of having conspired.