Ex-Shin Bet Chief Warns Netanyahu May Escalate Tensions for Election Gain
Summarized from The Jerusalem Post by baba
Former Shin Bet chief Yoram Cohen warned that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu might escalate security tensions for political gain before the October 27 election. Cohen, now with the Yashar party, expressed concern over past decisions influenced by "ulterior motives." He also criticized the government's Gaza policy, calling for a plan for the "day after" to prevent Hamas from strengthening. Cohen also commented on opposition efforts to form a government, questioning Avigdor Liberman's stance against minority governments.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Ex-Shin Bet chief Yoram Cohen fears Netanyahu may escalate tensions for election advantage.
- Cohen cited past decisions influenced by "ulterior motives" as a concern.
- He criticized the government's "complete stagnation" regarding the Gaza situation.
- Cohen warned of Hamas strengthening if no "day after" plan for Gaza is implemented.
- He questioned Avigdor Liberman's refusal to support a minority government.
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