Meir Ben Shabbat
Meir Ben Shabbat is a former head of the National Security Council in Israel, known for his extensive career in security and intelligence services, including his role as the head of the Southern District in the Shin Bet (Shabak). Recently, he was in the news as he clarified that he is not seeking the position of head of Shabak, distancing himself from rumors regarding his candidacy for this significant role.
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Recent news mentions
Meir Ben Shabbat is mentioned as the person who brought N to the National Security Council.
"כמו למנות תא"ל לסגן רמטכ"ל"
Israel· 2026-01-15
Meir Ben-Shabbat summarized the fears regarding the Turkey-Qatar axis leading the Muslim Brotherhood in the region.
Die neue Rolle der Türkei in Nahost
Switzerland· 2025-11-03
Meir Ben Shabbat was called for an urgent security briefing by Netanyahu to persuade Bennett to stay in the government.
לא בטוח שזה יעבוד הפעם: נתניהו שלף את התעלולים המוכריםIsrael· 2025-06-11
Meir Ben Shabbat had direct involvement in the discussions regarding Qatari funding.
תיק הזרמת המיליונים מקטאר לעזה נפתחIsrael· 2025-04-05
Meir Ben Shabbat clarified that he is not running for the head of the Shin Bet.
הוא לא יהיה ראש שב"כIsrael· 2025-03-31
