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Benjamin Netanyahu sued over claims he ignored warnings before October 7

ISRAEL'S former domestic intelligence chief has launched a defamation lawsuit against Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, accusing him of spreading a "blood libel" to shift responsibility for the security failures surrounding the October 7 attacks.

The National (Scotland) · Oct 14

How Netanyahu survived the political fallout from the October 7 attacks

Three years after the deadly Hamas-led October 7 attacks in southern Israel, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is fighting for political survival ahead of legislative elections later this month. Reports that Arab leaders warned him of the assault in advance have undercut his claims that Israel's security chiefs are to blame,…

France 24 · Oct 7

Netanyahu and his opponents are putting Oct. 7 at the heart of Israel's elections

As Israel gears up for national elections this month, the country remains focused on Oct. 7

The Independent UK · Oct 7

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How Joe Biden averted a wider war with Iran: Explained in 10 points

Former US Middle East coordinator Brett McGurk recounts how Biden’s administration coordinated with Israel and regional allies to intercept Iran’s unprecedented missile attack in April 2024, while attempting to prevent the crisis from escalating into a regional war.

The Times of India · Sep 29

Netanyahu Is Now 80 Testimonies Into a Corruption Trial That Has No End Date Because 'He Decides' When He Shows Up

Benjamin Netanyahu's corruption trial, ongoing since 2020, faces further delays due to security objections and legal complexities, with no end in sight. The trial involves bribery and fraud charges.

International Business Times UK · Apr 27

Israel court halts gov’t firing of attorney general investigating Netanyahu

Baharav-Miara at loggerheads with Israel PM over corruption charges, his ‘judicial coup’, and sacking of Shin Bet chief.

Al Jazeera · Aug 4, 2025

Israeli attacks kill at least 60 people in Gaza as aid agencies warn of famine

UN secretary general says Israel has allowed only a ‘teaspoon of aid’ into the territory after latest strikes

The Guardian - UK · May 23, 2025

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Israel PM Names New Security Chief, Defying Attorney General

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced Thursday his pick for the next head of the Shin Bet domestic security agency, defying the country's attorney general and a significant segment of the public.

International Business Times · May 22, 2025

Israeli top court rules Shin Bet chief Ban’s firing by Netanyahu ‘unlawful’

Supreme Court finds no factual basis for Ronen Bar’s dismissal, highlighting irregularities and lack of formal hearing.

Al Jazeera · May 21, 2025

Israel's spy chief announces resignation following row with Netanyahu

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu attempted to sack Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar last month over the 7 October 2023 Hamas attack.

Euronews · Apr 29, 2025

Israel’s Shin Bet security chief says he will resign after Netanyahu row

Ronen Bar to leave role in June, having been sacked by the PM only for the supreme court to block that decision

The Guardian - UK · Apr 28, 2025

Israel’s Shin Bet chief ousted by Netanyahu says will stand down on June 15

The announcement comes amid a legal battle over the government’s decision to fire the top security official last month.

Al Jazeera · Apr 28, 2025

New details on killing of paramedics in Gaza appear to contradict IDF’s account

Haaretz report comes as supreme court gives Israeli PM more time to respond to affidavit from fired Shin Bet chief

The Guardian - UK · Apr 24, 2025

Netanyahu’s survival tactics tested amid Israel Shin Bet head’s accusations

PM Netanyahu sparks political turmoil with Shin Bet dismissal as Israel grapples with war and divided public opinion.

Al Jazeera · Apr 22, 2025

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Al Jazeera · Apr 22, 2025

Israeli spy chief accuses Netanyahu of demanding illegal operations

Ronen Bar fires latest salvo in ongoing showdown with Israeli PM that has divided country.

The Guardian - UK · Apr 21, 2025

Netanyahu demanded loyalty before trying to fire me, Shin Bet chief claims

Ronen Bar, head of Israel’s internal security service, says he was also asked to spy on anti-government protesters

The Independent UK · Apr 8, 2025

Middle East latest: Israeli strikes kill 25 people in Gaza as Supreme Court hears Shin Bet cases

Palestinian medics say Israeli strikes on the Gaza Strip overnight and into Tuesday have killed at least 25 people, including eight children and five women

The Guardian - UK · Apr 6, 2025

Is Qatargate a scandal too far even for Benjamin Netanyahu?

The Israeli PM will have to call on his talent for self-preservation in the face of questions about how a foreign power viewed as an enemy was able to infiltrate the highest levels of his government

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International Business Times · Apr 4, 2025

Israel Attorney General Accuses PM Of 'Conflict Of Interest' In Security Chief Dismissal

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu came under fire again on Friday over his decision to dismiss internal security chief Ronen Bar, with the attorney general accusing him of a "conflict of interest".

The Conversation · Apr 3, 2025

As Israel begins another assault in Gaza, Netanyahu is fighting his own war against the country’s legal system

The Israel Defense Forces has launched a further major ground assault in Gaza – this time with the intention of taking and holding significant amounts of territory as a “security buffer”. This appears unlikely to endear the prime minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, to many of the families of the remaining 59…

The Independent UK · Apr 3, 2025

Qatargate: Israel shocked as Benjamin Netanyahu rocked by latest scandal

Netanyahu has slammed the probe as a political witch hunt

International Business Times · Apr 2, 2025

What Is The 'Qatargate' Scandal Roiling Israel?

Israel has been gripped by allegations linking aides of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to financing from Qatar, which hosts Hamas leaders and helped broker the release of hostages from Gaza.

The Independent UK · Apr 1, 2025

Middle East latest: Palestinians struggle to find food in Gaza; Israeli airstrike in Beirut kills 4

The Israeli military has hit a building in Beirut’s southern suburbs in a airstrike

Al Jazeera · Apr 1, 2025

Israel’s Netanyahu reverses spy chief nomination amid US criticism

US Senator Lindsey Graham described nomination of Eli Sharvit as Shin Bet chief as ‘beyond problematic’.

International Business Times · Apr 1, 2025

Israel PM Drops Security Chief Nominee Under Fire From Trump Ally

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office said Tuesday he had reversed a decision to appoint former navy commander Vice Admiral Eli Sharvit as security agency chief following criticism, including from a key US senator.

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