The head of Israel’s Shin Bet security agency, David Zini, has instructed that planned Pride Month events within the organization be cancelled. Zini refused to approve requests to incorporate social symbols into internal systems and ordered that the dedicated budget for these events remain unused. Sources close to the decision state the agency must prioritize operational tasks and avoid distractions. The move signals a focus on core security functions. This decision comes without public explanation of specific security concerns. The cancellation impacts internal celebrations and displays of support for the LGBTQ+ community within the Shin Bet. The agency maintains it needs to concentrate solely on its primary missions.