Israel Hayom journalist Ariel Kahana published an open letter Wednesday morning to a figure referred to as 'Mr. Cohen,' accusing him of failing in his duties as Shin Bet head prior to the October 7, 2023 Hamas attack and demanding a public apology. The letter also warned against efforts to oust the current Shin Bet head.
Israel Hayom journalist Ariel Kahana on Wednesday published an open letter addressed to a figure he calls 'Mr. Cohen,' accusing him of responsibility for the October 7, 2023 Hamas attack due to failures in his role as Shin Bet head. The letter states that the addressee failed to develop intelligence sources in Gaza, understand the threat from Hamas, and oppose the 2011 Shalit prisoner exchange deal. Kahana praises the current Shin Bet head, describing him as honest, ethical, and professional, and warns against attempts by the addressee's political camp to oust him. The letter concludes by demanding a public apology for the 'catastrophe' and a commitment not to support the dismissal of the current Shin Bet head.
The letter adds to the ongoing public debate over accountability for the October 7 attack, with other figures, including former minister Hili Tropper, having recently called for leadership changes.
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