Jerusalem, Dec. 4 -- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has tapped his military secretary and IDF officer Maj. Gen Roman Gofman as the next Mossad director, after the current chief, David Barnea, completes his tenure in June 2026.
Speaking ahead of a cabinet meeting on the budget on Thursday, Netanyahu stressed that Gofman had worked closely with the Mossad throughout the war, praising him for his "initiative and willingness to engage," making him one of the most qualified people for the job.
The appointment was submitted to the Advisory Committee for Senior Appointments for review.
Reportedly, Netanyahu's decision to choose Gofman- a Mossad outsider - means that he passed over the two candidates suggested by Barnea.
Gofman is no...