Tzohar Rabbonim has released the following message in response to the appointment of Rabbi Rami Barchihu, Rabbi of Talmon and Member of the Tzohar Rabbinical Council as incoming Chief Rabbi of the Israel Police.

“Rav Barchihu is a leading Torah scholar responsible for establishing the ‘Believers in the Police’ program, who for many years has been involved with public affairs and has always acted with sensitivity and understanding of the issues.

“With our many years of familiarity with his work and his approach, we feel confident that the Israel Police have selected a candidate who will be open to the interests of all. We believe his strengths as a spiritual and personal leader will significantly benefit the advancement of the police as a national force proudly defending its citizens”.

(YWN – Israel Desk, Jerusalem)