Ronen Bar
Israel must confront Jewish extremism while rejecting Europe’s double standards - editorial
The question is whether Jewish power there will be governed by law, restraint, responsibility, and reverence for human life, or hijacked by an extremist theology dressed up as patriotism.
Shin Bet to change 'Qatargate' opinion says Urich, Feldstein didn't harm state security - report
Roman Gofman’s Mossad chief appointment signals a paradigm shift - analysis
Shin Bet chief Zini backs agency's Oct. 7 findings, defying PM narrative
Who is 'S', new acting Shin Bet chief replacing Ronen Bar? - explainer
"S" was on a first-round short list for potential appointment by Netanyahu, but did not make a second-round short list.
Netanyahu's office: Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar's deputy to enter interim role on Sunday
The deputy chief will fill this role until the completion of Major-General David Zini's appointment process, or within a month, whichever comes first.
Israel at War day 609: What's happening in Israel and Gaza?
GHF says aid distribution carried out peacefully • IDF hits Hezbollah drone assembly • Iran orders missile fuel from China
Tug of war: Netanyahu and High Court gamble with Israel's future over Shin Bet head - opinion
The dangerous flirtation of Israeli public leaders with the horrifying prospect of disobeying a High Court ruling, which will likely result in the dissolution of Israeli society.
Maj.-Gen. Zini's appt as Shin Bet head undermines IDF Chief of Staff Zamir's status - analysis
If Zini’s appointment proceeds, it is likely that it will damage professional ties between him and Zamir.
'I am against hostage deals,' Netanyahu's Shin Bet chief pick says - report
The remarks, reportedly made during closed meetings at the General Staff, have sparked concern among hostage families and added to existing criticism regarding his suitability for the post.
Netanyahu justifies Shin Bet head appt, says Zini will not be involved in 'Qatargate' probe
The statement said that a permanent successor to Bar must be appointed by the time Bar's term ends on June 15.
Netanyahu's office publishes excerpts of pre-Oct. 7 Maj.-Gen. Zini report on IDF preparedness
“[...] In almost every sector, a surprise raid on our forces could succeed, undermining the rule ‘we will be surprised but not defeated.’"
Israel at war day 595: What happened in Israel, Gaza, Lebanon?
US-Iran nuclear talks begin amid doubts; Netanyahu shares Zini report; Hezbollah seeks boost; Palestinian leaders exit Syria after harassment
'I want to apologize to you,' Ronen Bar tells Edan Alexander after Witkoff secures his release
"I want to apologize to you for falling into captivity also because of us, and for the fact that you were released thanks to Witkoff and not thanks to us," Bar reportedly told the freed hostage.
