Israel PM Benjamin Netanyahu formally appoints new Mossad chief
- Posted on April 13, 2026
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In brief
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has officially confirmed Gofman as the new director of Mossad, Israel's premier foreign intelligence service. The appointment, initially announced in December, received formal governmental approval this week. This leadership transition marks a significant development in Israel's intelligence community and reflects the government's strategic priorities in national security operations and international intelligence gathering efforts.
Israel PM Benjamin Netanyahu formally appoints new Mossad chief
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday formally appointed a new chief of the country's foreign intelligence agency, the Mossad. Netanyahu had selected Gofman for the position in December, with the appointment receiving formal approval on Sunday.
