Alleged Shin Bet cover‑up of post‑hijacking killings by Sayeret Matkal commandos

Summary

Alleged Shin Bet cover‑up of post‑hijacking killings by Sayeret Matkal commandos The passage describes a disputed killing of two captured hijackers by Israeli security forces and a subsequent trial of a senior officer. It points to possible Shin Bet involvement in a summary execution, offering a concrete lead (names, unit, event) but the claim is already known in Israeli media and lacks new documentary evidence, limiting its novelty and impact. Key insights: Sayeret Matkal stormed a hijacked bus, killing two hijackers and freeing hostages.; Two captured hijackers were later reported dead, despite being taken alive.; Yitzhik Mordechai, a senior commander, was tried then exonerated for alleged involvement.