Israel spy agency chief to resign despite court order to ‘stay in power’ – Middle East Monitor

The head of Israel’s spy agency Shin Bet, Ronen Bar, intends to resign in the coming weeks despite a Supreme Court ruling requiring him to remain in his position, Israeli media reported yesterday.

A report broadcast by Israel’s Channel 12 said Bar has informed several people close to him in recent days of his intention to resign, believing the ongoing crisis surrounding his position is causing significant harm to the sensitive security agency’s work.

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