Zini

The Shin Bet chief warned of Iranian efforts to interfere in the Israeli election, describing the matter as 'most concerning' to the agency, second only to the terror threat. Zini reportedly appeared 'very disturbed' during a meeting with top Israeli officials regarding the interference.

Shin Bet chief reportedly seeks permission to question Channel 12 journalists about an Iran-related leak. The inquiry aims to identify the source of information on planned Israel-US strikes on Iran, which thousands of people were aware of.

Zini recommends allowing a banned extreme-right party to register for elections. The High Court has delayed the hearing on the party, which is a Kahanist offshoot. Senior Shin Bet figures disagree with the agency chief and deputy regarding the party's registration.

Shin Bet chief Zini stated he took the job due to loyalty to the elected leadership and mentioned his agenda to advance. He is reportedly considering removing a department head over the harsh treatment of Jewish terror suspects.

Shin Bet is developing a program with funding of approximately NIS 1-1.3 billion to assist police in addressing a surge in Arab crime. The initiative comes as murder rates rise, with new agency chief Zini reportedly more willing to deploy Shin Bet resources for crime-fighting than his predecessor.

Zini canceled a Shin Bet Pride Month event and withdrew funding from an LGBTQ group, according to a report. The cancellation's reason was not provided to organizers, and employees reportedly criticized the move as conflicting with the agency's values of equality and inclusion.

Shin Bet chief fears an Oct 7-style attack on Eilat despite lacking evidence of a threat. The official also opposes Arab Israeli relocation to the city, characterizing it as an attempted 'takeover' to the government.