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Shin Bet Chief Resigns Amid Hamas Attack Fallout

5/1/2025

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Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar has announced his resignation, effective June 15, 2025, following backlash over the agency's inability to thwart Hamas's October 7 attacks. His departure comes after a clash with Prime Minister Netanyahu, who sought to remove him. Bar stressed the importance of accountability and safeguarding future leaders of Shin Bet.

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Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar has announced his resignation, effective June 15, 2025, following backlash over the agency's inability to thwart Hamas's October 7 attacks. His departure comes after a clash with Prime Minister Netanyahu, who sought to remove him. Bar stressed the importance of accountability and safeguarding future leaders of Shin Bet.