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Delayed October 7 Communications Fuel Political Scrutiny of Netanyahu’s Wartime Leadership
Newly reported details indicate Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu did not contact military commanders until three hours after the October 7 assaults began. The revelation has intensified opposition criticism and become a focal point in pre-election debates regarding governmental preparedness and crisis management.
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FTVery High15h ago
Netanyahu pushes to unite far-right vote before Israel election
Prime minister warns that infighting risks imperilling his rightwing bloc’s chances of re-election next month
Read full article →jerusalem-postMostly Factual11h ago
Netanyahu's Oct. 7 phone call to IDF chief took place three hours after attack began - report
Earlier this week, Netanyahu claimed that IDF officers deliberately did not wake him for over an hour because they knew he would prevent the massacre.
Read full article →arab-newsMixed12h ago
Why Netanyahu is making Oct. 7 responsibility an issue in Israel’s election - Arab News
Why Netanyahu is making Oct. 7 responsibility an issue in Israel’s election Arab News
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First report: haaretz · 2 Sept, 21:31|Full coverage: 4 · 11h|Window: 11h
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