Pakistan, March 17 -- Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu plans to remove Ronen Bar, the head of Shin Bet, citing "ongoing distrust." This decision follows Shin Bet's criticism for failing to prevent the Hamas attack on October 7, 2023. Netanyahu believes strong leadership is essential during this crisis.
Netanyahu stated that his confidence in Bar has eroded, calling the change necessary for restoring Shin Bet's effectiveness. In response, Shin Bet blamed both itself and Netanyahu's government for contributing to the attack. Bar insists his actions were in the public's best interest.
The timing of Bar's removal coincides with a criminal investigation into Netanyahu's advisers over the "Qatar-Gate" scandal. Opposition leaders, inclu...