Lapid Accuses Government of Spreading 'Internal Betrayal' Theory
Translated & summarized from Srugim by baba
Former Prime Minister Yair Lapid accused the Israeli government of spreading a dangerous "theory of internal betrayal" that benefits enemies like Hamas. He stated that promoting falsehoods about security officials cooperating with Hamas incites fear and serves the interests of groups like Sinwar, Nasrallah, and Khamenei. Lapid also criticized Channel 14 and other entities for amplifying these narratives, which he believes undermine Israel's resilience.
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- Yair Lapid accused the government of spreading an 'internal betrayal' theory.
- He stated this theory benefits enemies like Hamas, Sinwar, Nasrallah, and Khamenei.
- Lapid cited a poll showing many Israelis suspect security officials aided Hamas.
- He criticized Channel 14 and others for amplifying these narratives.
- Lapid called the promotion of these falsehoods a 'greatest betrayal'.
Former Prime Minister Yair Lapid strongly criticized the Israeli government on Tuesday, alleging it is promoting a "theory of internal betrayal" that plays directly into the hands of Israel's enemies. Speaking at the International Counter-Terrorism Conference at Reichman University, Lapid stated that the government's dissemination of claims about security officials collaborating with Hamas serves to incite fear and suspicion among Israeli citizens. "This theory is the great dream of Sinwar. This is what Nasrallah wanted, this is what Khamenei wanted," Lapid declared. He specifically pointed to Channel 14, Tali Gottlieb, "the poison machine," and "nighttime tweets from the Prime Minister's Office" as entities that have revived the legacy of Hamas, Hezbollah, and Iranian leaders by spreading these narratives. Lapid cited a poll indicating that four out of ten Israelis believe IDF and Shin Bet commanders cooperated with Hamas, calling the promotion of this falsehood the greatest betrayal. He asserted that anyone knowingly advancing this "abominable lie" is an accomplice to the enemy. Addressing the situation in Gaza, Lapid noted that Hamas has not been defeated, though it has not achieved victory on the battlefield, with militants still present in the Strip. He emphasized that while Israel is stronger than Hamas, victory over terrorism is not solely measured by destroyed tunnels or eliminated terrorists. Lapid framed the fight against these conspiracy theories as crucial for Israel's resilience.
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