Transport Ministry blames former minister for ‘forgetting to notify’ of resignation after siren incident

Israel’s Transport Ministry has responded to a video showing former Transport Minister Merav Michaeli operating a siren during a protest against draft exemptions, claiming the permit was only revoked because she failed to update them about leaving office. The former minister’s resignation was publicly announced in June of last year. Michaeli’s office declined to comment on the footage when approached by media outlets. The incident has sparked debate about ministerial accountability and the proper procedures for revoking permits and authority when officials leave their posts. The Transport Ministry’s explanation suggests an administrative oversight rather than acknowledging any broader questions about how former ministers retain access to official equipment and protest mechanisms after stepping down from their roles.

Source: Ynet — Original article in Hebrew.