Shin Bet chief threatens to reinstate West Bank administrative detentions for Jewish extremists

Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar told the Israeli cabinet he may demand reinstatement of administrative detention for Jewish extremists in the West Bank if other measures fail, clashing with Minister Orit Strock. Defense Minister Gallant had suspended the tool; Bar previously blocked its use despite field operatives' requests. This signals a potential policy reversal amid rising settler violence.