Shin Bet Director David Zini said Monday that the agency is prepared for terror threats and attempts to undermine election integrity, emphasizing a clear separation from ongoing work with the Prime Minister's Office. He stated the Shin Bet operates under the authority of the chairman of the Central Elections Committee, according to N12.
Shin Bet Director David Zini reiterated Monday that the security agency is prepared for terror threats and attempts to undermine the integrity of the upcoming elections, emphasizing a clear separation between election-related work and ongoing operations coordinated with the Prime Minister's Office. Zini stated that the Shin Bet operates under the authority of the chairman of the Central Elections Committee, as reported by N12.
As The Zioneer reported earlier today, Zini made the remarks in a statement that underscores the agency's institutional role in safeguarding the electoral process amid ongoing political friction between the Shin Bet and the government. The statement comes as the elections approach, with the Shin Bet also handling security assessments for party eligibility.
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