Shin Bet defends officer who drew weapon during Netanyahu convoy drive

A member of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's personal protection unit was filmed drawing a long gun and aiming it at a target during a routine convoy drive in Tel Aviv last Thursday, according to footage circulating in Israeli media. Responding to the video, the Shin Bet said the officer acted as required, followed established procedures and operated within his legal authority. The security agency added that the officer posed no danger to civilians in the area. The footage shows the moment during the convoy's movement through the city. No injuries were reported and no further details were given about what prompted the officer to raise the weapon. The Shin Bet did not indicate that any review or disciplinary process was under way. Netanyahu's office has not commented publicly on the incident.