[49213] Government pressure to appoint Tzachi Braverman as ambassador to the UK despite criminal investigations

Political pressure surrounding the appointment of Tzachi Braverman as ambassador to the UK

The political pressure surrounding appointments in the civil service is escalating, as according to a publication by Michael Shemesh, Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar is working with the new commissioner, Doron Cohen, to approve the appointment of Tzachi Braverman as Israel's ambassador to the UK.

According to the report, Sa'ar requested to coordinate a meeting with Cohen even before he assumes his position this coming Thursday, with the aim of exerting pressure on him regarding the matter. Zirat HaHadashot confirmed that the move is taking place "despite the suspicions against him." Braverman, who serves as the Prime Minister's Chief of Staff, has been suspended from civil service since the beginning of the year against the backdrop of his involvement in the "night meeting at the parking lot affair and the suspicion of an attempt to obstruct the 'Bild' investigation."

This appointment is considered the "most explosive" decision facing the new commissioner Doron Cohen, who is expected to serve in his role for the next six years. While Foreign Minister Sa'ar's office did not respond to a request for comment, the move is sparking public criticism in light of the candidate's alleged criminal history and the sensitive status of the ambassador position in London.

Sources: The reports rely on Telegram channels covering Israeli politics, with Michael Shemesh considered a political correspondent with access to senior sources in the government.