Overview
- The Prime Minister’s Office confirmed preparations to launch the replacement process in the coming weeks.
- Channel 12 reported three leading contenders: two senior Mossad officials identified as A. and H., and Maj.-Gen. Roman Gofman, Netanyahu’s military secretary.
- The selection is expected to include multiple interviews and thorough assessments of candidates’ backgrounds, leadership qualities, and operational expertise.
- An orderly handover is planned, with Barnea set to brief the incoming director after the appointment to ensure continuity.
- Barnea had signaled from the outset that he would not extend beyond the standard five-year term.