Netanyahu seeks extended security protection for his family beyond potential end of premiership

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is seeking to extend the security protection provided to his family beyond his time in office, according to a report published by the Israeli newspaper Yedioth Ahronoth. The newspaper reported that Netanyahu’s associates have been urging Israeli security and intelligence bodies to support a proposal that would allow the Shin Bet (Israel Security Agency) to continue providing security protection to his family for an additional five years if he leaves office following the 27th October elections. According to the report, Sara Netanyahu has also requested that her husband receive lifetime security protection, rather than the 20-year period currently provided under existing arrangements. The newspaper said the proposal has prompted disagreements within the relevant government institutions. […]