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Families Demand Accountability from Ex-Shin Bet Chief Bar

2/26/2026

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Families affected by the October 7, 2023 Hamas attack express anger at Ronen Bar, former head of the Shin Bet, for creating a leadership school at Reichman University.
They say those responsible for the attack's failures should not shape future leaders.
Ronen Bar admitted shortcomings in preventing the attack, which killed about 1,200 people.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has resisted a state inquiry and proposed a politically appointed investigation.

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Families affected by the October 7, 2023 Hamas attack express anger at Ronen Bar, former head of the Shin Bet, for creating a leadership school at Reichman University.
They say those responsible for the attack's failures should not shape future leaders.
Ronen Bar admitted shortcomings in preventing the attack, which killed about 1,200 people.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has resisted a state inquiry and proposed a politically appointed investigation.