David Zini
Herzog said Shin Bet warned him of internal, external threats to Israel's 2026 elections
“I call on the people of Israel, in a clear voice: remember that elections are not a civil war," Herzog said ahead of Israel's upcoming elections.
Former Shin Bet official: Sara Netanyahu's request for lifetime security is 'delusional'
Netanyahu's wife, sons to receive extended Shin Bet protection, PM granted lifelong security
Shin Bet chief approves lifelong security detail for PM Netanyahu's wife Sara - report
Shin Bet chief Zini to High Court: Legal challenge against me an effort to 'police opinions'
Zini’s appointment has drawn unusually sharp criticism from within the intelligence community itself. Three former Shin Bet directors joined a petition urging the overturning of the nomination.
'A fighter with ability to think outside the box’: Netanyahu praises new Shin Bet chief Zini
Netanyahu welcomed new Shin Bet head Maj.-Gen. (res.) David Zini, praising his leadership and reaffirming Israel’s independent security policy amid controversy over the appointment.
Far Left MK Ofer Cassif calls new Shin Bet chief Zini a 'dangerous jihadist'
Far Left MK Ofer Cassif called new Shin Bet chief Maj.-Gen. (res.) David Zini a “dangerous jihadist” who seeks “eternal war."
High Court to hold hearing on Shin Bet appointment next month
The case will be heard before Supreme Court Chief Justice Isaac Amit, Deputy Chief Justice Noam Sohlberg and Justice David Mintz.
Netanyahu holds first working meeting with new Shin Bet chief David Zini
At an earlier meeting with Herzog, Zini spoke about being loyal first to the state, implying that this obligation was a higher priority even than honoring all orders of the prime minister.
Three ex-Shin Bet chiefs to High Court: Cancel Netanyahu's appointment of David Zini
Multiple government officials oppose Netanyahu's appointment of Zini.
High Court of Justice rejects requests to delay Zini’s appointment as Shin Bet chief
This decision came following the government's unanimous approval of Zini's appointment, headed by PM Benjamin Netanyahu.
Cabinet appoints Zini as next Shin Bet chief following controversy
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu nominated the controversial candidate in May.
Criticism of new Shin Bet chief David Zini is more about Netanyahu - analysis
Maj.-Gen. David Zini’s nomination as Shin Bet chief has sparked debate, with critics arguing concerns focus more on Netanyahu’s motives than Zini’s record.
Over 200 former Shin Bet employees against Netanyahu's appointment of David Zini - N12
According to a letter seen by N12, the employees stated that Zini’s beliefs regarding the judicial system would harm the balance between Israel’s security needs and Jerusalem’s democratic values.
