Israeli Army Intelligence Chief Resigns Amid Security Failure Allegations, Calling for Accountability and Transparency

The head of the Israeli Army’s Intelligence services, Aharon Haliva, has resigned following the events of October 7. In his resignation letter, Haliva admitted that the Intelligence Division was not adequately equipped for the task at hand and acknowledged the weight of the responsibility entrusted to him. He has urged the establishment of a state committee to thoroughly investigate the events that led to the attacks.

Haliva’s decision to resign has been approved by Defense Minister Yoav Gallant. The Israeli Army praised Haliva’s dedication during his 38 years of service and his contributions to national security. His resignation marks a significant event as the first high-ranking official in Israel to resign due to security failures.

Following his resignation, opposition leader Yair Lapid has called on Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to follow suit. Lapid emphasized the importance of taking responsibility for failures, as demonstrated by Haliva. The decision to resign has been welcomed by many as a step towards accountability and transparency in Israel’s security policies.