Attorney General opposes government's request to dismiss petitions against the decision to fire Shin Bet chief, arguing that a final ruling by the High Court is necessary to ensure professional independence of future heads of the security service. The flawed manner in which Bar was fired has changed reality, and a ruling on the core issues is crucial to prevent undermining the independence of senior officeholders.

Original article source: https://www.timesofisrael.com/despite-shin-bet-chiefs-departure-ag-asks-court-to-rule-on-core-issues-behind-dismissal/
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