Herzog's Office Denies Warning Before Oct. 7 Attack, UAE Cites Warning

The President's Residence has denied reports that Israeli President Isaac Herzog received a warning about the October 7th Hamas attack prior to the event. According to the President's Residence, discussions between President Herzog and the President of the United Arab Emirates focused on social matters and bilateral relations between the two countries.

"The President was not aware of the alleged warning," a statement from the President's Residence clarified. This statement directly contradicts claims made by Emirati officials, who assert that they did issue a warning to the Prime Minister regarding the impending attack.

The differing accounts raise questions about the flow of intelligence and communication between Israel and its regional partners in the lead-up to the unprecedented assault.