David Zini
Shin Bet begins probe into leak of wartime intel. to media outlet under pressure from Netanyahu
Since there was no intention to question journalists about the leak, but only members of the defense establishment, the Shin Bet ruled that there is no need to obtain the A-G's approval.
Shin Bet Chief Zini has first meeting with opposition leader Yair Lapid
Bardugo admits discussing alleged Shin Bet leaks to Channel 12 in private meeting with Zini
Hostile actors seeking to undermine Israeli elections, Herzog and Shin Bet chief warn
Lapid, Israeli officials call on Netanyahu's Shin Bet candidate to delay, renounce appointment
The announcement was made despite a High Court ruling that the dismissal of Shin Bet head Ronen Bar was unlawful.
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.
IDF clarifies new Shin Bet appointee was not dismissed from military
An earlier IDF statement stressed that any communication by IDF personnel with the political echelon requires the approval of the chief of staff.
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.’"
