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Shin Bet chief says he alone made call to deny Gadi Eisenkot state security
The Jerusalem Post • • world
Key Points:
- Shin Bet Director David Zini stated he alone decided not to assign a security detail to Yashar leader and prime ministerial candidate Gadi Eisenkot, citing no intelligence indicating a threat against him.
- The Central Elections Committee confirmed Zini contacted them after Yashar's request for security, but the committee head clarified he lacks authority to demand protection for Eisenkot.
- Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu instructed Zini to ensure Eisenkot receives appropriate security, to which Shin Bet responded they are acting according to law and ongoing threat assessments.
- Shin Bet sources emphasized that security for public figures is determined by law and ministerial decisions, with continuous intelligence monitoring and coordination with Eisenkot's private security.
- Yashar party criticized the decision, warning of escalating threats against Eisenkot and insisting that the current private security is insufficient.
