Shin Bet Unit 730 to be in charge of Eisenkot's security after police warn of elevated threat
Security officials told Maariv that final discussions have been held in recent days within the Shin Bet regarding the security plan and the scope of protection Eisenkot will receive.
The Shin Bet's Unit 730, known for safeguarding public figures, will soon assume responsibility for Gadi Eisenkot's security, as reported by Maariv. Eisenkot, a prominent opposition candidate for prime minister in upcoming elections, is expected to receive full protection from the VIP protection unit in the coming days. The decision was made after the advisory committee recommended it and in response to threat assessments against Eisenkot.
While the Democrats party has classified Yair Golan as facing the highest threat level, the Shin Bet has not yet decided on his security measures. The Democrats had voiced concerns over Golan's risk level being raised to level 4 out of 6 by the Israel Police, on par with Eisenkot. Following the absence of all ministers from the Ministerial Committee on Shin Bet Affairs meeting, Yariv Levin decided to transfer authority to the Shin Bet to independently determine the necessary security measures.
Initially, Shin Bet Director David Zini was hesitant to recommend protection for Eisenkot, citing a lack of intelligence information and a concrete warning of intent to harm him. However, the dispute centered on the fact that the Shin Bet did not have identifiable threats, whereas the police assessed Eisenkot's threat level as high and recommended armed protection.
After a thorough discussion, the advisory committee recommended providing Eisenkot with security until election day, with the decision ultimately approved by a majority vote.
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