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Netanyahu Monitors Protesters Amid Legal Challenges and Secrets

4/21/2025

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Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu has directed Shin Bet to keep a close watch on anti-government protesters, as revealed by agency chief Ronen Bar. In a court affidavit, Bar disclosed that Netanyahu often engaged in sensitive discussions after sidelining aides and stenographers, aiming to evade documentation. This revelation emerged during a legal challenge concerning Bar's dismissal.

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Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu has directed Shin Bet to keep a close watch on anti-government protesters, as revealed by agency chief Ronen Bar. In a court affidavit, Bar disclosed that Netanyahu often engaged in sensitive discussions after sidelining aides and stenographers, aiming to evade documentation. This revelation emerged during a legal challenge concerning Bar's dismissal.