The Israeli Scandal You Were Never Meant to Know
Unpacked
In this video, the Bus 300 affair from 1984 is revisited, detailing the hijacking of a bus by terrorists and the subsequent controversy it sparked in Israel. Initially portrayed as a successful rescue operation, the real story unearthed deep-seated issues within Israeli security forces, including unlawful killings and a significant cover-up by the Shin Bet, Israel's internal security service. As details emerged through whistleblower efforts, the scandal led to pardons for those involved and highlighted the moral dilemmas at the intersection of national security and justice. This event forced Israel to confront the ethical dimensions of its counterterrorism strategies and the implications for its justice system.