Lieberman Accuses Netanyahu of Treason Over Military Operation Dispute
Translated & summarized from Srugim by baba
Yisrael Beiteinu Chairman Avigdor Lieberman accused Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of treason following a report of a severe dispute between Netanyahu and Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir. Zamir reportedly refused to execute a military operation ordered by the political echelon, citing concerns about escalation with Iran and demanding legal justifications. Lieberman suggested Netanyahu was attempting to use military action to avoid elections.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Avigdor Lieberman accused Prime Minister Netanyahu of treason over a military operation dispute.
- Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir reportedly refused to execute a military operation ordered by Netanyahu.
- The operation could have potentially escalated tensions with Iran, according to reports.
- Zamir allegedly demanded further discussions and legal justifications for the ordered action.
- Lieberman suggested Netanyahu sought military action to prevent upcoming elections.
Yisrael Beiteinu Chairman Avigdor Lieberman sharply criticized Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday, following a Channel 12 report detailing a severe confrontation between Netanyahu and Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir. The dispute arose when Zamir reportedly refused to execute a military operation ordered by the political echelon.
In a post on X, Lieberman stated, "As I said a few weeks ago, I have no doubt that Bibi is trying to drag Israel into a military move to prevent elections. This conduct is tantamount to treason against the country and its security." He further asserted, "The Chief of Staff's duty is to prevent the political use of the IDF, to protect the lives of IDF soldiers, and not to endanger them due to the Prime Minister's fear of losing the elections."
Lieberman's remarks followed a report by political correspondent Yaron Avraham on Channel 12, which indicated that relations between the Prime Minister and the Chief of Staff had reached an unprecedented low. The report detailed a heated argument over an order for a military operation, which could have potentially escalated tensions with Iran.
According to the report, during a security assessment attended by Netanyahu and senior political and security officials, a fierce debate erupted after the political echelon ordered a specific operation. Chief of Staff Zamir allegedly refused to carry out the operation at that time, demanding further in-depth discussions and seeking "legal justifications" from the political leadership. The discussion reportedly devolved into harsh tones and became a personal confrontation.
A security source quoted by Channel 12 claimed that the Chief of Staff's role in the decision not to proceed with the operation was critical.
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