The Attorney General, Gali Baharav-Miara, has announced the rejection of National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir's request to postpone the implementation of a court ruling requiring the promotion of police officer Rinat Saban. In her response to the Jerusalem District Court, Baharav-Miara emphasized that delaying the ruling would inflict further real harm on the officer and the Israel Police. The matter revolves around Saban's promotion, which has faced obstacles attributed to political motivations from Ben Gvir.

Baharav-Miara pointed out that the request to delay the promotion is an additional attempt by Ben Gvir to stall the advancement of Saban and, more broadly, to wield intimidation over her and other police officers who are performing their professional duties. This claim indicates a significant underlying tension in the relationship between the National Security Ministry and the Israel Police, as it reflects a broader struggle over accountability and political influence in law enforcement.

The implications of this situation extend beyond individual promotions; it highlights concerns regarding the integrity and autonomy of police operations in Israel. If political figures can successfully intervene in promotions and bureaucratic processes, it raises questions about the independence of law enforcement and its accountability to the public. This case could set a precedent for how political dynamics and policing intersect in the future, possibly impacting public trust in the police and government institutions.