Ronen Bar
Ronen Bar is an Israeli intelligence officer who served as the director of the Israeli Security Agency from 13 October 2021 to 15 June 2025. He replaced Nadav Argaman, after having served as his deputy since 2018. Bar was appointed by Prime Minister Naftali Bennett and his nomination was approved by Israel's cabinet on 11 October 2021. He assumed office on 13 October 2021 and was fired in March 2025, though his firing was suspended by the High Court of Israel. He submitted his resignation in April, which came into effective in June.
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Jul 30, 2026
Lean Right
Shin Bet arrested a suspect for damaging Netanyahu's convoy.
Likud praises Shin Bet's effectiveness and the director's leadership in protecting the PM.
Jul 28, 2026
Lean Right
Shin Bet arrested a suspect in the Netanyahu convoy incident under his command.
Likud credits him for protecting the prime minister and upholding national security.
Jul 26, 2026
Lean Right
As Shin Bet chief, his agency arrested the suspect who damaged Netanyahu's convoy.
Likud commends Ronen Bar's effective security work protecting the Prime Minister, a testament to the Shin Bet's loyalty.
Jul 22, 2026
Center
Criticized for ordering investigation of journalists at Netanyahu's behest.
Yesh Atid condemns his subordination to political leadership, violating Shin Bet's professional independence.
Jul 19, 2026
Lean Right
The Shin Bet chief oversaw the arrest of a suspect who damaged Netanyahu's convoy.
Likud appreciates the Shin Bet's rapid response and effectiveness in protecting the Prime Minister and maintaining internal security.
Jul 18, 2026
Lean Right
As Shin Bet director, Bar oversaw the arrest of the suspect who damaged Netanyahu's convoy.
Bar's agency is credited with swiftly protecting the prime minister, reinforcing Likud's confidence in internal security agencies.
Jul 15, 2026
Lean Right
The Shin Bet director oversaw the arrest of a suspect who damaged Netanyahu's convoy, demonstrating security agency effectiveness.
Likud praises Ronen Bar for protecting the prime minister and views the arrest as a win against anti-Netanyahu extremists.
Jul 12, 2026
Lean Right
Shin Bet arrested the suspect who damaged Netanyahu's convoy vehicle
Likud praises his agency for swift action to protect the prime minister and uphold law and order
Jul 7, 2026
Lean Right
The Shin Bet director oversaw the arrest of a suspect who damaged Netanyahu's convoy vehicle.
Likud praises Bar and Shin Bet for defending the Prime Minister and ensuring accountability.
Jul 7, 2026
Lean Right
The Shin Bet Director oversaw the arrest of a suspect who damaged Netanyahu's convoy, reported in article 17.
Likud praises Shin Bet's swift action and sees Bar as a key enforcer protecting the nation's leadership.