Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has chosen former Navy commander Eli Sharvit to be the next head of the Shin Bet, replacing Ronen Bar. Sharvit's appointment will be reviewed by the vetting committee before reaching the cabinet. Sharvit is known for his leadership in designing naval capabilities and overseeing operations against Hamas, Hezbollah, and Iran. The decision comes after the Shin Bet faced a severe trauma on October 7, 2023, when terrorists attacked southern Israel. The government's decision to fire Bar has faced legal difficulties and mass protests.
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