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 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.
Jul 1, 2026
Lean Right
The Shin Bet director leads the investigation into the suspect who damaged Netanyahu's convoy vehicle.
Likud views Ronen Bar and the Shin Bet as essential to protecting the government from both external and internal threats, praising their efficiency.
Jun 27, 2026
Lean Left
His controversial dismissal by the prime minister sparked a constitutional crisis and Supreme Court intervention.
Left views him as a guardian of law and order and supports his reinstatement against political interference.