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

• Developing21:55 · 6 JulBennett slams political probe bill, pledges state commission of inquiry in next government
• Developing4 days ago · 16:47 · 2 SeptBennett accuses Netanyahu of 'blood libel' conspiracy campaign against security forces
• Developing16:27 · 9 JunKnesset committee approves bill for political commission of inquiry into October 7 massacre
• Developing20:25 · 8 JulNetanyahu leans toward new comptroller elections despite Likud senior demands, report says

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