Netanyahu rejects ex-Shin Bet chief's demand, insists only his national review can
Summary
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu rejects former Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar's call for a state commission of inquiry into the October 7 Hamas-led attack, insisting instead on a government-backed national review.
Key Points
- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu rejects a state commission of inquiry into the October 7 Hamas-led attack.
- Netanyahu insists a government-backed broad national review is a more credible approach.
- Former Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar warned that avoiding a full inquiry risks future catastrophes.
- Netanyahu referenced the US bipartisan 9/11 commission as a model for the proposed review.