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Netanyahu, Mossad chief put Israel's security at risk in Submarine Affair, probe finds

The investigation found that Israeli governments avoided establishing clear security policies for years, instead making ad hoc decisions that failed to consider broader strategic needs.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu climbs out of the 'Rahav,' the fifth submarine in the navy's fleet, in 2017
 The Israeli Navy unveils the new INS “Drakon” submarine at the German Naval Yards Holdings in Kiel, Germany, November 12, 2024

Watch: Israel moves forward on sixth submarine from Germany

 GERMAN CHANCELLOR Olaf Scholz’s government sees itself attacked on two fronts because of weapons sales to Israel. Here, the chancellor meets with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Tel Aviv last October.

How committed is Germany to Israel's security? Only time will tell

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu climbs out of the 'Rahav,' the fifth submarine in the navy's fleet, in 2017

Netanyahu 'endangers Israel's security' in Submarine Affair, probe warns


Key suspect in submarines probe negotiating to turn state witness

The affair concerns the procurement of three submarines and four maritime installation protection vessels for the Israel Navy.

A Dolphin-class submarine enters Haifa port.

Coalition leader Bitan says Netanyahu will not resign even if indicted

"I am not worried", Bitan said, "when the interrogation is looking for a state witness it means [they] had nothing earlier."

DAVID BITAN seen at the Knesset last year

Police to keep main suspects of Israeli submarine scandal in lockup

Judge hints at new developments in investigation that have not yet been made public.

Israeli Navy Dolphin-class submarine 390 (R)

Has one of Israel's most strategic weapons been compromised?

Israel's German submarine affair raises questions about how the case will affect the country's defense ties throughout the world.

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Netanyahu’s personal lawyer named as suspect in Israeli submarine probe

Attorney David Shimron, who is Netanyahu’s personal lawyer and distant relative, was released to house arrest on Monday and questioned a second time on Tuesday.

DAVID SHIMRON

Former Navy Commander detained in Israeli submarine corruption probe

Tuesday's detention comes after six suspects were detained for questioning on Monday.

A Dolphin-class submarine enters Haifa port.

German submarine affair: Israel detains 6, including Netanyahu associate

In February, Attorney General Avichai Mandelblit authorized a full-blow criminal investigation into the submarine affair.

A dolphin-class submarine constructed by German company Howaldtswerke- Deutsche Werft for the Israel Navy

Report: Germany approves sale of 3 more submarines to Israel

Der Spiegel says National Security Council approves deal on condition it can be cancelled if corruption allegations are proven.

A dolphin-class submarine constructed by German company Howaldtswerke- Deutsche Werft for the Israel Navy

Ex defense minister says he'll 'go public' with info about Netanyahu

Ya’alon suggests PM put personal interests above those of the state. Netanyahu’s associates say accusations are politically motivated.

Moshe Yaalon

High Court: Netanyahu has no immunity in submarine probe

At the same time, the court said that the Attorney-General’s Office needed to be given sufficient time to investigate the issues.

Benjamin Netanyahu