Five-Year Security Extension Sought for Sara Netanyahu and Sons

Multiple reports say a request was submitted to extend Shin Bet protection for Sara Netanyahu and her sons, Yair and Avner, for five years, regardless of the October election result. The family’s current arrangement runs through the end of 2026, while the reported proposal would continue it through 2031. A ministerial committee discussion was postponed pending professional assessments; reports say security officials expect protection to continue while threats persist but question fixing an automatic five-year term now. The Prime Minister’s Office denied the report, while the Shin Bet declined comment and the National Security Council said it does not discuss classified deliberations.