The head of Israel’s Shin Bet security agency, Ronen Zini, has cancelled a planned Pride Month event and withdrawn funding from an LGBTQ advocacy group, according to reports. Organizers of the event were not provided with a reason for the abrupt cancellation. Current and former Shin Bet employees have reportedly expressed concern over the decision, viewing it as a departure from the agency’s stated commitment to equality and inclusion. The funding cut impacts a group dedicated to supporting LGBTQ individuals within the security services. This move follows a period of increased political and social debate surrounding LGBTQ rights in Israel. The Shin Bet has not yet issued an official statement addressing the concerns raised. The cancellation and funding withdrawal have sparked criticism from those who see it as a setback for LGBTQ representation within the Israeli security establishment.