In the wake of the publication of leaked recordings of former Defense Minister Ehud Barak commenting on sensitive security affairs, attorney Eitan Peleg filed a complaint on Tuesday with the Israel Police against Barak for the alleged revelation of state secrets. In the complaint, Peleg said Israelis from all walks of life were "astounded by the scope of the confidential, not to mention top secret, information revealed by Barak to journalists Ilan Kfir and Danny Dor." Peleg said there was a "vital and urgent need" for the opening of a criminal investigation of Barak. The Israel Police acknowledged receiving Peleg's complaint and said it would be processed. Peleg told Israel Hayom he was "determined" to pursue legal action against Barak. Also on Tuesday, it was reported that Attorney General Yehuda Weinstein and other top law enforcement officials held consultations earlier this week on whether to open a probe into the Barak matter. The Justice Ministry declined to comment.
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Complaint filed against Barak for allegedly leaking security secrets
Attorney Eitan Peleg says there is a "vital and urgent need" to open a criminal probe into former Defense Minister Ehud Barak's alleged revelation of state secrets • Peleg tells Israel Hayom he is "determined" to pursue legal action against Barak.