Netanyahu Nominates Eli Sharvit as New Shin Bet Chief Despite Protests

The Israeli Prime Minister's controversial dismissal of Ronen Bar and nomination of Sharvit proceed under legal scrutiny and public backlash.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has officially nominated Vice Admiral Eli Sharvit to replace Ronen Bar as head of the Shin Bet security agency.
The Israeli Supreme Court's temporary injunction against Bar's dismissal remains in place, but it allowed the selection process for his successor to continue.
Netanyahu justified Bar's dismissal by citing a 'lack of trust,' marking the first time in Israel's history that a Shin Bet chief has been removed by the government.
Mass protests erupted following Bar's dismissal, with critics accusing Netanyahu of undermining democratic norms and interfering in security institutions.
Sharvit's nomination is currently under committee review and will require cabinet approval before becoming official.