Ronen Bar

Ousting Shin Bet chief: Netanyahu's maneuver to avoid scrutiny over October 7

This is his attempt to put all of the blame on the IDF and Shin Bet without anyone looking seriously into his role. If he is never probed, it will be difficult to learn how to avoid another disaster.

Weakening public service, disintegrating democracy: How corruption is killing Israel

Defending democracy urgently and strenuously against the onslaught from the country’s leadership should not be a matter of Right and Left, religious and secular, but for Israel’s survival.

By TOVA HERZL
20/03/2025
 A protester in front of the bonfire that was lit on Jerusalem's Azza Street near the prime minister

Police forcefully disperse protesters in Jerusalem, one rammed by taxi driver

Masses of protesters descended on Jerusalem Wednesday, with thousands gathering at the Knesset and outside Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's Aza Street home, filling the roads around the residence.

A-G says Bar's dismissal requires recommendation from senior appointments c'mtee

She noted, "The planned government meeting to discuss the matter cannot be held at this time."

Thousands protest in Tel Aviv against Shin Bet chief's dismissal

"A black flag of illegitimacy flies over [this decision]," read a joint call to protest from the organizations.

IDF chief, Shin Bet director, and IAF commander oversee Gaza strikes

The IDF spokesperson's unit released videos and photos from the command center, depicting the three men in deep discussion as the strikes took place.

Behind Netanyahu-Bar feud: Gaza, West Bank security, and Qatargate

Qatargate keeps Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar in office, but battle runs deeper.

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