Gadi Eizenkot accuses Netanyahu of lying, calls for state commission of inquiry

Allegations of Suppressed Warnings

According to Gadi Eizenkot, the Shin Bet warned Prime Minister Netanyahu one month prior to October 7, 2023, that the Gaza Strip was heading toward a "significant event." Eizenkot claimed that security officials recommended taking preemptive action against Hamas at that time, but Netanyahu refused the recommendation. These claims were bolstered by documents aired on News 13, which reportedly detailed security assessments from the eve of the massacre suggesting a preemptive operation.

The False Affidavit Claim

Eizenkot described the situation as an "earthquake," specifically accusing Netanyahu of filing a false document with the State Comptroller to prevent the establishment of a state commission of inquiry. "The fact that the Prime Minister of the failure submits a false document to the State Comptroller is an earthquake," Eizenkot stated. He further alleged that Netanyahu is "afraid" of a formal inquiry because the full protocols would reveal a pattern of dismissed warnings and dishonesty.

Political Context and Outlook

These accusations come as the political climate in Israel remains highly charged, with Eizenkot’s Yashar! party positioning itself as a direct challenger to Netanyahu in upcoming elections. Eizenkot vowed that if elected, his government would immediately establish a state commission of inquiry to bring the truth to light. The Prime Minister's office and Likud party have historically dismissed such accusations as politically motivated, with Likud recently criticizing international reports for spreading what they term "lies." The Zioneer will continue to follow official responses and any further disclosure of the security protocols in question.