Netanyahu seeks to grant himself appointment power over October 7 inquiry panel, opposition leader charges

Opposition leader Naftali Bennett responded to a report that Prime Minister Netanyahu is advancing a measure granting the State Comptroller authority to appoint half of the members of a political commission of inquiry into the October 7, 2023 massacre. Bennett said the government is 'humiliating the bereaved families' and obstructing a necessary investigation.

3 developments

1. 21:19 · 7 JunLatest

   Bennett accuses Netanyahu of politicizing October 7 inquiry committee appointments

2. 21:19 · 7 Jun

   Netanyahu seeks to grant himself appointment power over October 7 inquiry panel, opposition leader charges

3. 21:15 · 7 Jun

   State Comptroller Authorized to Appoint Investigative Committee for October 7 Massacre

• Developing16:27 · 9 JunKnesset committee approves bill for political commission of inquiry into October 7 massacre
• Developing21:24 · 7 JunOpposition leader Yair Golan slams Netanyahu over state comptroller appointment
• Strong6 days ago · 20:39 · 15 JunBennett: 'Netanyahu tenure began with civil war, continued with Oct. 7, ends with failure against Iran'
• Developing4 days ago · 15:04 · 17 JunSenior Likud figure says Netanyahu 'serious' about arranging committee, will decide in days

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