Ex-Navy Commander Calls for Netanyahu Firing Squad

A former commander of Israel's submarine fleet, retired Colonel Miki Kaisari, has caused a significant stir in security and political circles after calling for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to face a "firing squad." Kaisari, who also chairs the association of naval officers' alumni and frequently lectures within the IDF, made the unprecedented remarks in a WhatsApp message to friends, accusing the Prime Minister of treason. Channel 14 first reported the comments.

When approached by the media outlet for a response, Kaisari refused to elaborate or retract his statement, instead harshly criticizing the channel as a "poison channel." He reiterated that only a "firing squad" could resolve the issue with the Prime Minister, stating that treason warrants the death penalty. Kaisari's continued access to IDF bases for lectures and his role in awarding scholarships to officers have raised further questions.

This controversy emerges shortly after Prime Minister Netanyahu himself issued a warning to Israel's enemies during a visit to an air force base. He stated that there were "signs that ahead of the elections our enemies will try to attack us," though he did not specify the adversaries or the intelligence basis for his warning. Netanyahu concluded with a strong message: "Don't mess with us, not now and not ever. Our long arm will reach you anywhere, anytime."