Ex-Shin Bet official disputes Netanyahu on October 7
A former official in the Shin Bet revealed that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was aware as early as 2017 of Hamas's ability to carry out a large-scale attack, and he reviewed possible scenarios during an official meeting. However, he refused to carry out assassinations against Hamas leaders despite security agencies being prepared, according to the information provided to him. The official also accused Netanyahu of deceiving the public about the extent of his knowledge of the threats prior to the October 7, 2023 attack, especially after statements suggesting that he preferred not to confront Hamas's plans. Additionally, testimonies from former security officials indicate an attempt by officials in Netanyahu’s office and the Ministry of Defense to alter records related to the early hours of the attack. This points to tensions within the political and security leadership regarding responsibility for the security failure before the attack, which resulted in civilian and soldier casualties and injuries, with indications of prior security warnings that were not effectively addressed.
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