The Israeli security agency, the Shin Bet, has officially decided against assigning a state-funded security detail to Gadi Eisenkot, a member of the Knesset and former IDF Chief of Staff. This decision contradicts earlier media reports that suggested such protection would be granted.

While the Shin Bet has declined to provide direct physical protection, it has committed to providing intelligence support to monitor potential threats against him. Additionally, the agency has granted permission for Eisenkot to utilize armed private security guards. The decision comes amid a broader conversation regarding the safety of public officials, as the Democrats party has also publicly pressured the government to increase security measures for Yair Golan due to rising threats against him. The Shin Bet has not provided a detailed public explanation for why Eisenkot does not meet the threshold for state-provided protection, despite the concerns raised by his political allies.