Gofman removes head of Caesarea directorate from post at Mossad without confirmed replacement

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The head of the Caesarea directorate at the Mossad was removed from his post after disagreements with Mossad chief Roman Gofman. After only a year and a half in the role, the directorate head requested to bring forward the end of his term, which was due to conclude in 2027.

The Mossad says the directorate head asked to leave his post. Sources in the organization said he was forced to retire. A Mossad officer considered very close to Gofman will take over the post, but the process of selecting the candidate has not yet been completed.

This is the third directorate head that Gofman has removed from his post in less than six months. Since taking office, Gofman has carried out a series of changes at the top of the organization. A security official criticized the Mossad chief, and people in Gofman's circle reject the claims.