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The proposal to dismiss Bar will be presented for government approval on
Wednesday, though observers expect significant opposition and potential
legal challenges to Netanyahu’s controversial decision, potentially
intensifying Israel’s domestic political turmoil.
Netanyahu’s Decision To Sack Shin Bet Chief Draws Political, Legal Backlash
03/17/2025
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin
Netanyahu informed Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar on Sunday that he will seek
government approval for Bar’s dismissal, escalating tensions within
Israel’s security establishment amid ongoing conflict and internal
political struggles.
- Netanyahu cited a loss of trust as the primary reason for seeking the removal of Bar, leader of Israel’s domestic security agency responsible for counterterrorism and internal security.
- ’s office emphasized the need for “personal trust” between the prime minister and security chiefs during wartime.
In response, Bar strongly opposed
Netanyahu’s claims, asserting that the trust he needed was from the
Israeli public, not personal loyalty to the prime minister.
“The
expectations of personal trust go against state interests,” Bar stated,
highlighting concerns of potential escalation in the region,
particularly during sensitive times of renewed conflict with Hamas in
Gaza.
- Bar previously informed Netanyahu of his intention to step down, but only after the remaining 59 hostages, captured during the October 7 Hamas attack that killed 1,200 Israelis, were safely returned.
- He also said he wanted to conclude “sensitive investigations,” which include inquiries into possible links between Netanyahu’s government officials and the Qatari government.
Additionally, Israel’s Movement for Quality Government denounced Netanyahu’s move, alleging it was designed to undermine ongoing investigations into suspected government ties with Qatar, a crucial intermediary between Israel and Hamas.
Analysis |
A Real Warning: By Firing the Shin Bet Chief, Netanyahu Is Destroying Israel From Within
Hamas
and Hezbollah failed to break Israel thanks to the IDF, Shin Bet, and
Mossad – but Netanyahu seeks to finish their job from within. Bar's
loyalty is to the state and its laws – not to Netanyahu – who signals to
all other gatekeepers that they are next
The Prime Minister's Office is currently occupied by a man who is
corrupt and corrupts others, who acts irresponsibly and abandons his
citizens. He is dangerous. He endangers democracy, national security, . . .
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