Former IDF chief of staff and current minister Gadi Eisenkot is not receiving security coverage from the Shin Bet, according to a report by ynet. His office has decided to assign him a personal security guard. The reasons for the lack of Shin Bet coverage are not yet clear.
This development comes amid ongoing discussions about security arrangements for Israeli public figures. The Zioneer has previously reported on efforts by Prime Minister Netanyahu's circle to expand security for his family. Additionally, Eisenkot himself has previously criticized the Shin Bet's handling of Qatari funds during the 2023 war, in an interview with journalist Tali Moreno. The current report, published by ynet, states that Eisenkot is not receiving Shin Bet security coverage, leading his office to arrange for a personal security guard. The precise reasons for the lack of Shin Bet coverage remain unconfirmed.
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