Netanyahu Moves to Dismiss Shin Bet Chief Amid Tensions Over Hamas Attack and Qatar Probe

Israeli Prime Minister cites 'ongoing distrust' in push to oust Ronen Bar, as investigations into his aides and October 7 failures escalate political strife.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced plans to dismiss Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar, citing a lack of trust during Israel's ongoing war with Hamas.
Bar's dismissal follows Shin Bet's investigation into alleged ties between Netanyahu's aides and Qatar, involving payments to boost Qatar's image in Israel.
Shin Bet recently released a report acknowledging its failures in the October 7 Hamas attack but also criticized government policies under Netanyahu for contributing to the security lapse.
Netanyahu's move has been condemned by opposition leaders and legal experts, who argue it is politically motivated and an attempt to delay inquiries into his government’s actions.
Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara has warned that Netanyahu cannot proceed without legal clarification, intensifying the power struggle between the prime minister and Israel's judiciary.