Israel’s top court backs David Zini as Shin Bet chief amid Netanyahu turmoil

Israel’s High Court of Justice has upheld the controversial appointment of David Zini as the new head of the Shin Bet in a closely divided 2–1 ruling, rejecting petitions that challenged his qualifications, conduct, and potential conflicts of interest. The decision comes amid intense political turmoil surrounding Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, including ongoing investigations into his aides, the fallout from the October 7 Hamas attack, and accusations that the dismissal of former Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar was politically motivated. Watch the full video to learn more.