Amid the riots in France: Shin Bet chief Zini arrived in Paris and discussed counter-terrorism with senior officials
Shin Bet director David Zini arrived in Paris for a working visit, during which he met with his counterparts from the French security services against the backdrop of the riots in the country. The meetings dealt with counter-terrorism and radical Islam. Zini met with senior officials at the DGSI and the DGSE. The visit comes after over 1,200 protesters were arrested and 150 police officers were injured in demonstrations on Saturday.
Shin Bet director David Zini arrived in France yesterday for a working visit, during which he met with his counterparts from the French security services. The visit, which was scheduled in advance, took place against the backdrop of the riots and violent protests in France. Kan News learned that the meetings included discussions on counter-terrorism and radical Islam. Zini met with senior officials at the DGSI, the French equivalent of the Shin Bet, and the DGSE, the equivalent of the Mossad. The visit comes after last Saturday, over 1,200 protesters were arrested and 150 police officers were injured in demonstrations against the cost of living and school conditions. In recent weeks, more than half a million people have participated in protests in 140 cities, some of which escalated into riots, looting, and violent clashes. The security cooperation continues despite a diplomatic crisis between Israel and France. The Shin Bet declined to confirm or elaborate on the nature of the meetings.