David Zini

After MK requests Netanyahu be questioned over Qatargate, efforts reportedly made to block review

The “Qatargate” case revolves around suspected influence by Qatari-linked individuals close to Netanyahu.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu speaks during a ceremony in Rishon LeZion ahead of the start of construction works for the Red Line of the light rail, which will extend to the city, December 25, 2025.
 Maj. Gen. David Zini visits families of fallen Israeli soldiers during Memorial Day which commemorates the fallen Israeli soldiers and victims of terror at Mount Herzl Military Cemetery in Jerusalem on April 30, 2025.

High Court dismisses petitions challenging Zini’s appointment as Shin Bet chief

Shin Bet Director David Zini seen on November 3, 2025

Qatargate developments 'dream of every intelligence officer' former Shin Bet official says

Shin Bet director David Zini participates in the state memorial ceremony for the October 7 massacre on Mount Herzl, in Jerusalem, October 16, 2025

Shin Bet deputy director 'S' to leave role, in blow to chief David Zini


Jewish settlers slaughter Palestinian livestock, assault family in West Bank, IDF says

According to the IDF, soldiers and police forces followed a report that "several Israeli civilians had slaughtered livestock and vandalized Palestinian property.

IDF forces stand guard on a roadway in the West Bank, October 23, 2025

Attorney urges Shin Bet action after alleged Jaffa attack by Hilltop Youth

An attorney claimed the Shin Bet policy of relocating violent settlers into Israel proper has led to rising threats in mixed cities like Jaffa, endangering residents’ safety.

An attorney has urged the Shin Bet to act after three Jewish hilltop youth allegedly attacked a pregnant Arab woman in Jaffa, warning that settler violence is being shifted from the West Bank into Israel’s cities.

Shin Bet Chief Zini: In wake of war, Israelis, Jews face heightened danger of kidnapping

As Zini saw it, the price of future danger from releasing security prisoners and allowing Hamas to continue armed outweighed the price of losing the remaining hostages.

Designated head of the Israel Security Agency (Shin Bet) director David Zini seen with Ultra orthodox jewish soldiers from the Hasmonean Brigade after completing their beret march, at the Western Wall in Jerusalem's Old city on August 6, 2025.

Shin Bet will not undergo 'dramatic shifts' following Zini's appointment, ex-official claims

Ex-Shin Bet senior official Ilan Lotan also discussed former Shin Bet head Ronen Bar's recent speech, saying Bar is "now a private citizen, and I think the public expects to hear from him."

Shin Bet Director David Zini with IDF chief Eyal Zamir at a special plenum session in honor of US President Donald Trump at the Knesset, in Jerusalem, October 13, 2025

Former Shin Bet commander refuses to appear for October 7 audit with State Comptroller

The IDF and Shin Bet have insisted that only a full state commission of inquiry has the legal authority to examine sensitive operational decisions.

Shin Bet Director David Zini with IDF chief Eyal Zamir at a special plenum session in honor of US President Donald Trump at the Knesset, in Jerusalem, October 13, 2025

Shin Bet chief's Zini under scrutiny: Petitioners argue ‘unreasonableness’ of PM's recommendation

Petitions by ex-intel chiefs and others argue Zini's lack of agency experience and flawed vetting compromise the Shin Bet's independence.

 Maj.-Gen. David Zini attends a ceremony held at the IDF Central Command headquarters in Jerusalem, July 8, 2024

WATCH: Retamim residents fear for safety after heavy gunfire from nearby Bedouin village

National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir visited the scene, and blamed previous Shin Bet head Ronen Bar for not acting on Bedouin crime.

National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir talks with residents of Carmit, southern Israel, November 17, 2025.

Lead candidate 'A' for taking over Mossad also has some agency support, 'Post' learns

The 'Post' learned that "A" is not only the leading candidate for Netanyahu, but is also supported by the Mossad. Until he wins the appointment, his name will remain anonymous.

 A woman's shadow is seen over the Mossad logo (illustrative)

Israel's Shin Bet thwarts imminent attacks from West Bank, 40 Bethlehem terrorists arrested

The Shin Bet said it arrested around 40 Palestinian terrorists from Bethlehem in a major bust that thwarted imminent attacks, marking the first large-scale operation under new chief David Zini.

Israeli security forces operate after settlers torched the Al-Hajj Hamida Mosque in the West Bank, November 13, 2025

'No basis' for judicial intervention in Shin Bet chief pick, A-G Baharv-Miara argues

Attorney-General Gali Baharav-Miara formally told the High Court there are “no grounds for judicial intervention” in David Zini's appointment as Shin Bet director, citing a lawful process.

Shin Bet Director David Zini with IDF chief Eyal Zamir at a special plenum session in honor of US President Donald Trump at the Knesset, in Jerusalem, October 13, 2025

Shin Bet chief Zini to High Court: Legal challenge against me an effort to 'police opinions'

Zini’s appointment has drawn unusually sharp criticism from within the intelligence community itself. Three former Shin Bet directors joined a petition urging the overturning of the nomination.

Designated head of the Israel Security Agency (Shin Bet) director David Zini seen with Ultra orthodox jewish soldiers from the Hasmonean Brigade after completing their beret march, at the Western Wall in Jerusalem's Old city on August 6, 2025.