David Barnea
Roman Gofman approved as new Mossad director, PMO confirms
Gofman, an IDF Major-General, is currently serving as the prime minister's military secretary. He will replace incumbent Mossad Director David Barnea on June 2.
'Toppling a regime is an art, not a science,' security sources say on Iran - exclusive
Iran regime change likely to take a year, Mossad chief Barnea predicted on eve of war
What's behind politicians blaming Mossad for not fulfilling their fantasies in Iran? - exclusive
Israel accepts US hostage deal compromise, awaits Hamas response
There were major disagreements in the Israeli delegation about the number of Palestinian prisoners to be released, and no major breakthrough has happened in the talks since.
Hostage deal gaps narrow as Israel and US join talks in Qatar
Mossad Chief David Barnea to meet CIA Director William Burns in Qatar. Blinken says gaps between Hamas and Israel narrowing in hostage talks.
Mossad chief-led delegation leaves for extended Hamas hostage negotiations
The official explained that this is the first time since the current round of negotiations started that the negotiating team has more specific positions and discretion to finalize a variety of items.
Mossad chief expected to resume Gaza ceasefire talks in Doha on Sunday
The talks between Israel, Qatar, and Egypt will reportedly focus on remaining gaps between Israel and Hamas, including over prisoner releases and humanitarian aid.
Mossad: Hamas wants to ignite region on Ramadan more than it wants a hostage deal
The Mossad charged that Hamas is seeking to escalate tensions ahead of Ramadan at the expense of Palestinians in the Gaza Strip.
Israel to send delegation to Qatar amid optimism about hostage deal
Israel has insisted that any deal must allow for the IDF to complete its military campaign against Hamas.
What is Mossad chief David Barnea’s role in hostage negotiations? - analysis
Part of what has made Barnea crucial is the high respect accorded to him by all of the key players.
Gantz and Gallant attack Netanyahu: 'You bypassed the defense establishment'
Gantz made the statements amid complaints that Netanyahu was making decisions concerning efforts to reach a ceasefire and hostage release deal with Hamas on his own without consulting the War Cabinet
Mossad chief Barnea: Every October 7 terrorist is a dead man
"Also today, we are in the heat of a war, the Mossad, like 50 years ago, is obligated to settle the score with murderers who invaded the Gaza corridor on October 7."
Mossad chief approved to proceed with Qatari hostage release proposal
The proposal would include the release of 40-50 hostages in exchange for a ceasefire lasting a few weeks.
