SHABAK refused Netanyahu's help to avoid trial
Netanyahu's office asked SHABAK to cite security concerns to avoid his testimony, but was refused.
The Office of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has asked the SHABAK (Shin Bet) intelligence service to use security concerns as a reason why Netanyahu will not be able to testify in court. However, the request was rejected. This refusal drew criticism from Netanyahu's associates, who demanded the resignation of the head of the SHABAK, Ronen Bar. SHABAK, or Shin Bet, is engaged in counterintelligence and internal security activities in Israel, and the department's refusal to politicize interference underscores the organization's independence. The incident increases tension between Netanyahu's office and the security services, reflecting internal disagreements in government structures.
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