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Israeli authorities arrest senior HWC officials amid terror, foreign influence threats

Israeli authorities arrested senior HWC officials as the Shin Bet reported foiling alleged terror plots and foreign-run influence campaigns targeting Israeli society.

The new chief of the Israel Security Agency, Shin Bet, David Zini, participates in the state memorial ceremony for the 07 of October 2023 on Mount Herzl, in Jerusalem, 16 October 2025.
Sara Netanyahu, wife of Prime Minester Netanyahu at Amunition Hill on Jerusalem Day 2026

Former Shin Bet official: Sara Netanyahu's request for lifetime security is 'delusional'

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his wife Sara tour in Tel Gezer and Magshimim Forest together with their sons Yair and Avner, during the Jewish holiday of Sukkot, October 21, 2016

Netanyahu's wife, sons to receive extended Shin Bet protection, PM granted lifelong security

(FILE PHOTO) Israeli security forces, including from the IDF, Border Police, and Shin Bet, operate in the Jenin area in the West Bank, November 20, 2024.

Israeli gov't approves plan to move over half a billion shekels from Arab sector to Shin Bet


Knesset panel approves immunity for Tally Gotliv in Shin Bet identity disclosure case

Eleven lawmakers voted in favor, while three voted against after three days of discussions on the matter that spanned from the early morning into the afternoon.

The Knesset’s House Committee voting in favor on Monday of granting Likud MK Tally Gotliv immunity.

Ex-Shin Bet official: The death penalty isn't revenge, it's how terror loses its key - opinion

The arguments for Israel’s new death penalty law for Palestinian terrorists

Palestinians released from Israeli prisons under a Gaza ceasefire and hostage exchange deal with Palestinian factions, arrive at the Nasser hospital in Khan Yunis in the southern Gaza Strip in October 2025.
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Immunity is not impunity: Gotliv case tests Israel’s democratic protections - editorial

The Gotliv debate underscores a simple truth for Israeli democracy: immunity safeguards debate, but it cannot eliminate legal responsibility.

MK Tally Gotliv attends to a Knesset Constitution, Law and Justice Committee meeting at the Knesset in Jerusalem. March 23, 2026.

Tally Gotliv jeopardized Shin Bet agent’s safety, AG tells Knesset panel

The Attorney-General told the Knesset that Gotliv endangered a Shin Bet agent by disclosing classified details, as the MK seeks immunity from prosecution.

MK Tally Gotliv and and MK Ofir Katz attend a House committee meeting at the Knesset, the Israeli Parliament in Jerusalem on, June 8, 2026.

Israeli man suspected of carrying out missions for Iranian intelligence

The suspect allegedly began contact with an Iranian operative through social media in late 2025 and agreed to carry out tasks in exchange for money.

 The silhouette of a person, with Iran's flag in the background (illustrative).

Chief Sgt. First Class (res.) Haim Kalomiti, 55, killed in central Israel terror attack

The terror shooting was carried out by a lone terrorist, an Arab Israeli man from Tayibe, Israel Police Commissioner Danny Levy said after a manhunt was carried out by police and the IDF.

 Chief Sgt. First Class (Res.) Haim Kalomiti.

IDF, Shin Bet kill Hamas Nukhba commander who led infiltration into Kissufim during Oct. 7 massacre

Overnight on Saturday, the IDF killed an additional Hamas terror commander, Muhanad Othman Yassin Farwana, in southern Gaza. 

IDF soldiers operating in the Gaza Strip, August 1, 2025.

IDF, Shin Bet kill several Hamas General Security Apparatus officials in Gaza

The General Security Apparatus' responsibilities include maintaining communication and coordination between Hamas leaders, protecting them, and escorting them to emergency facilities.

SENIOR MEMBERS of Hamas' General Security Apparatus, killed by the IDF.

Lahav 433, Shin Bet file indictment to terrorist who held body of St.-Sgt. Shaul for 10 years

Ibrahim Hilo, the terrorist responsible for holding St.-Sgt. Oron Shaul's body in Gaza for nearly ten years, was indicted following a Lahav 433 and Shin Bet investigation.

St.-Sgt. Oron Shaul.

High Court approves new Mossad chief Gofman, to begin role Tuesday

Roman Gofman is set to assume the role of Mossad chief after the High Court approved his appointment on Monday.

Incoming Mossad Director Maj. Gen. Roman Gofman attends a ceremony marking the lighting of the first Hanukkah candle of the 7th Armored Brigade at the National Library in Jerusalem, on December 14, 2025.