Overview

• Ronen Bar submitted a sworn affidavit claiming Netanyahu directed Shin Bet to spy on political adversaries and interfere in his corruption trial, allegations the Prime Minister denies.
• Netanyahu’s office labeled Bar’s affidavit as false and pledged to refute the claims in detail.
• The Israeli Supreme Court previously issued an injunction halting Bar's dismissal, ensuring he retains his authority as Shin Bet chief for now.
• Nationwide protests erupted following Netanyahu’s March decision to dismiss Bar, with critics accusing him of undermining democratic institutions.
• Bar has admitted to intelligence failures in preventing the October 7 Hamas attack and announced plans to resign before his term ends.