David Zini

Netanyahu's wife, sons to receive extended Shin Bet protection, PM granted lifelong security

Sara Netanyahu will receive protection for as long as her husband is alive, while Yair and Avner Netanyahu will be protected for at least five years.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his wife Sara tour in Tel Gezer and Magshimim Forest together with their sons Yair and Avner, during the Jewish holiday of Sukkot, October 21, 2016
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, wife Sara Netanyahu (L), and sons Yair and Avner Netanyahu.

Shin Bet chief approves lifelong security detail for PM Netanyahu's wife Sara - report

 View of Sara Netanyahu at the Knesset in Jerusalem.

Sara Netanyahu requests Shin Bet security for her family, regardless of election outcome - report

Israel Security Agency (Shin Bet) Director David Zini visits at Mount Herzl Military Cemetery in Jerusalem during Memorial Day which commemorates the fallen Israeli soldiers and victims of terror, on April 21, 2026.

Shin Bet begins probe into leak of wartime intel. to media outlet under pressure from Netanyahu


Einav Zangauker calls Netanyahu's pick for Shin Bet chief 'un-Jewish, inhumane'

Zini has reportedly said behind closed doors, “I am against hostage deals; this is an eternal war,” concerning hostage families.

 Einav Zangauker, mother of hostage Matan Zangauker, accuses Netanyahu of sabotaging a hostage deal, May 17, 2025.

Maj.-Gen. Zini's appt as Shin Bet head undermines IDF Chief of Staff Zamir's status - analysis

If Zini’s appointment proceeds, it is likely that it will damage professional ties between him and Zamir.

 Maj.-Gen. (Res.) David Zini and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

'I am against hostage deals,' Netanyahu's Shin Bet chief pick says - report

The remarks, reportedly made during closed meetings at the General Staff, have sparked concern among hostage families and added to existing criticism regarding his suitability for the post.

Families of Israelis held hostage by Hamas terrorists in Gaza and supporters attend a protest calling for their release, outside the Prime Minister's residence in Jerusalem on April 7, 2025.

Lapid, Israeli officials call on Netanyahu's Shin Bet candidate to delay, renounce appointment

The announcement was made despite a High Court ruling that the dismissal of Shin Bet head Ronen Bar was unlawful.

 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.

Netanyahu justifies Shin Bet head appt, says Zini will not be involved in 'Qatargate' probe

The statement said that a permanent successor to Bar must be appointed by the time Bar's term ends on June 15.


IDF clarifies new Shin Bet appointee was not dismissed from military

An earlier IDF statement stressed that any communication by IDF personnel with the political echelon requires the approval of the chief of staff.

 IDF Chief of Staff Lt.-Gen. Eyal Zamir visits soldiers stationed at the security buffer zone in Syria, April 20, 2025.

Netanyahu's office publishes excerpts of pre-Oct. 7 Maj.-Gen. Zini report on IDF preparedness

“[...] In almost every sector, a surprise raid on our forces could succeed, undermining the rule ‘we will be surprised but not defeated.’"

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