Shin Bet Director David Zini wants to remove the head of the agency's Investigations Department, citing a 'harsh treatment' approach toward Jewish suspects in terrorism cases, according to a Haaretz report Monday evening.
According to Haaretz, Shin Bet Director David Zini seeks to remove the head of the Shin Bet's Investigations Department due to what he described as a 'harsh treatment' policy toward Jewish suspects in terrorism investigations. The report did not name the investigations chief or specify a timeline for the move.
The reported personnel move comes amid broader internal tensions within the Shin Bet under Zini's leadership. As The Zioneer has reported, Zini has faced criticism from within and outside the agency over a range of issues, including the removal of a memorial corner at Shin Bet headquarters, internal disagreements over political party disqualification, and threats of resignation by senior officials. The agency has been under heightened public scrutiny in recent months over its handling of cases involving Jewish suspects and allegations of political bias.
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