Roman Gofman

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First publication: Mossad Chief Roman Gofman has decided - Brig. Gen. J. will leave the organization
Security

First publication: Mossad Chief Roman Gofman has decided - Brig. Gen. J. will leave the organization

As a result of Roman Gofman's decision, Brig. Gen. J. is leaving the Israeli security establishment nearly three years after the October 7 massacre. J., who served as head of the Aman Operations Division on the morning of the attack, had been loaned to the Mossad, but the new chief decided not to extend his tenure, despite an affidavit J. submitted to the Supreme Court that facilitated Gofman's...

Aug 27, 2026
17:27N12
Roman Gofman will not handle the 'Qatargate' affair due to conflict of interest
Security

Roman Gofman will not handle the 'Qatargate' affair due to conflict of interest

The State Attorney's Office is awaiting a Mossad opinion to determine if the 'Qatargate' affair poses a risk to national security. Mossad Director Roman Gofman has recused himself from the case due to personal ties with the individuals involved, appointing another official to oversee the matter.

Aug 19, 2026
10:17Ynet
Russian Ambassador's connection with Gofman — alongside support for Hamas: "We never encouraged terror"
World

Russian Ambassador's connection with Gofman — alongside support for Hamas: "We never encouraged terror"

Russian Ambassador to Israel Anatoly Viktorov stated in an interview with RTVI that Moscow does not view Hamas as a "product of Russian activity," and that ties with the organization are used for humanitarian purposes and hostage releases. He also noted that security cooperation between the two countries remains intact and confirmed his personal acquaintance with the new Mossad chief, Roman...

Aug 14, 2026
04:23Ynet
He who dares wins. Until he fails
Security

He who dares wins. Until he fails

The Mossad is one of the organizations where the ability to think differently is a strategic asset. To achieve security, intelligence personnel are needed who see things that others do not and offer scenarios that, at first hearing, sound absurd.

Aug 11, 2026
17:38Walla
Gofman's true test: not whom he appoints, but what institution he will build
Security

Gofman's true test: not whom he appoints, but what institution he will build

Against the backdrop of leadership turmoil, the new head of the Mossad is required, early in his tenure, to rebuild the organization's capabilities, adapt it to changing regional challenges, and prepare for the next campaign. Since a significant portion of the organization's capabilities has been depleted, his test lies less in the application of force and more in the ability to rebuild it.

Aug 10, 2026
21:46Now14
Poll: Public opinion on Likud reserved spots and Mossad chief's decisions
Politics

Poll: Public opinion on Likud reserved spots and Mossad chief's decisions

According to a Channel 14 poll, 42% of respondents believe that the decisions of Central Elections Committee Chairman, Judge Noam Sohlberg, assist the opposition, while an equal number view them as neutral. Meanwhile, 43% of those surveyed stated that PM Netanyahu's reserved spots increase their likelihood of voting for Likud.

Aug 9, 2026
15:56Maariv
"Managed to hit the DNA of the Mossad": The storm surrounding Gofman
Security

"Managed to hit the DNA of the Mossad": The storm surrounding Gofman

A storm in the Mossad following the dismissal of two senior officials by the head of the organization, Roman Gofman. Sources in the organization claim that the move damaged morale and operational culture: "The organization is in a state of severe crisis."

06:00Maariv
The failure in Iran takes its toll: what is really behind the dismissals in the Mossad | Ben Caspit
Opinions

The failure in Iran takes its toll: what is really behind the dismissals in the Mossad | Ben Caspit

If Military Secretary Gofman had done his job properly, it is possible that Netanyahu would not have rushed to drag Trump into this farce, the Chief of Staff and the head of Aman would have been invited to present their reservations, and the entire event could have been spared from us.

Aug 8, 2026
06:00Maariv
The cancelled operation in Iran and the dramatic dismissals: what is really happening inside the Mossad? | Avi Ashkenazi
Opinions

The cancelled operation in Iran and the dramatic dismissals: what is really happening inside the Mossad? | Avi Ashkenazi

The dismissal of two senior Mossad officials is causing a storm in the organization and claims of an attempt to reshape the war's narrative. In the background: criticism of the political echelon, the question of responsibility, and the fear that the blurring of memory is already underway.

Aug 6, 2026
22:58N12
After the dismissals - Mossad officials attack Gofman: "As if he arrived with a note from Netanyahu - 'You serve me'"
Security

After the dismissals - Mossad officials attack Gofman: "As if he arrived with a note from Netanyahu - 'You serve me'"

In the "Central Edition" it was revealed that the head of the Mossad dismissed two senior officials responsible for the failed plan to topple the regime in Iran. Mossad sources stated that this decision is an attempt to shift responsibility away from the leadership, noting that such actions contradict the organization's DNA.

20:00N12
Mossad Director dismisses architects of Iran regime change plan
Security

Mossad Director dismisses architects of Iran regime change plan

The Mossad's operational plan for regime change in Iran has failed. Mossad Director Roman Gofman has decided to dismiss the head of the intelligence directorate and the head of the Iran division, who were responsible for the mission's planning.

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