capital · May 20, 2026
Microsoft Israel General Manager Alon Haimovich Departs After Inquiry Into Ministry of Defense Azure Use
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Alon Haimovich departed as Microsoft Israel Country General Manager on May 11, 2026 after four years in the role. Microsoft global management conducted an inquiry into sales activities with Israel's Ministry of Defense that raised concerns over transparency and potential code of ethics violations. Several governance managers also left their positions, and Microsoft Israel operations shifted under management of Microsoft France. Haimovich's exit follows the September 25, 2025 termination of Azure access for IDF Unit 8200 after a Guardian report on surveillance data storage.
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