Shin Bet (Noun)
Meaning
The Israeli domestic counterintelligence and internal security agency; "the Shin Bet also handles overall security for Israel's national airline".
Classification
Nouns denoting groupings of people or objects.
Examples
- The Shin Bet is responsible for investigating and preventing espionage and terrorism within Israel's borders.
- As the primary domestic counterintelligence agency, the Shin Bet works closely with other Israeli security forces to ensure national safety.
- The Shin Bet also handles overall security for Israel's national airline, El Al, as well as other key transportation hubs.
- In addition to its counterintelligence role, the Shin Bet is tasked with protecting Israeli government officials and visiting dignitaries.
- The Shin Bet has been instrumental in foiling numerous terrorist plots and arresting suspects within Israel.