Victor Ben-Ami, a former senior Shin Bet official, said at the Israel Security Conference on Channel 14 that there are approximately 60,000 Palestinian police officers operating in Judea and Samaria, describing the figure as a 'warning note.'
Speaking at the Israel Security Conference on Channel 14, former Shin Bet official Victor Ben-Ami warned that the Palestinian Authority maintains approximately 60,000 police officers in Judea and Samaria. Ben-Ami characterized the figure as a 'warning note' (nurat azhara), highlighting concerns about the size and capabilities of Palestinian security forces. The statement adds to ongoing discussions regarding the role of Palestinian Authority security personnel in the region, particularly in areas under Israeli security coordination.
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