As David Barnea ends his term with praise for expanded operations against Tehran, incoming chief Roman Gofman faces questions over his outsider status, possible senior departures and the challenge of confronting Iran’s nuclear, missile and proxy threats

Roman Gofman is set to assume the role of Mossad chief after the High Court approved his appointment on Monday.

Justices rule 2-1 that alleged failures in Ori Elmakayes affair do not amount to integrity flaw, clearing Netanyahu pick to replace David Barnea