Netanyahu rejects ex-Shin Bet chief’s demand, insists only his national review can “reach the truth” on October 7
Summary
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu rejects former Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar's call for a state commission to investigate the October 7 Hamas attack, insisting that only his government-backed national review can uncover the truth.
Key Points
- Benjamin Netanyahu rejects former Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar's demand for a state commission of inquiry into October 7 failures.
- Netanyahu insists only a government-backed national review can thoroughly examine the security lapses.
- The proposed review will have its mandate defined by cabinet ministers to seek broad public approval.
- Netanyahu compares the review model to the bipartisan commission after the 9/11 attacks in the U.S.
