US EditionIsraeli politicians condemn PM reversal of Shin Bet decision
- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu reversed his decision to appoint Eli Sharvit as the new director of Shin Bet, citing the need to consider more candidates after backlash from his political bloc.
- Critics objected to Sharvit's nomination due to his past protests against Netanyahu's judicial reform plans in 2023 and criticism of climate policies during Donald Trump's presidency.
- Opposition leader Benny Gantz praised Sharvit's qualifications but recommended delaying the appointment until the judicial review of the current Shin Bet head, Ronen Bar, is concluded.
- U.S. Republican Senator Lindsey Graham expressed strong disapproval of Sharvit's appointment, highlighting Sharvit's past remarks on Trump as a concerning factor.
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What Netanyahu's twisted decision-making process means for Israelis' security
By flip-flopping on his decision to appoint Eli Sharvit as the next head of the Shin Bet, Benjamin Netanyahu vindicated his critics – who have been saying for years that he prioritizes political considerations over Israel's national security
·Tel Aviv-Yafo, Israel
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Israel: Under U.S. pressure, Netanyahu returns to his choice for Shin Bet leader
Benyamin Netanyahu announced on Tuesday that he had returned to his choice, announced the previous day, of a new director of the Shin Bet, the Israeli Internal Security Agency, after criticism of his candidate, notably from an influential American senator.
·Montreal, Canada
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