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Full coverage· Security· Updated

Ex-PM Aide Breaks Silence, Citing 'Criminal Pattern' of Deception

Former Military Secretary Avi Gil has broken his silence, alleging a "criminal pattern" of deception and manipulation surrounding the events leading to the October 7th attack. Gil, who served under multiple prime ministers, claims he possesses real-time documentation that will be vital for future investigations.

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  1. 01Former Military Secretary Avi Gil alleges a "criminal pattern" of deception regarding the October 7th attack.
  2. 02Gil claims to have real-time documentation crucial for future investigations into the failures.
  3. 03He described a strained relationship with Prime Minister Netanyahu, including a directive dispute.
  4. 04Security chiefs recommended offensive actions against Hamas leaders that were not approved, Gil stated.
  5. 05Gil alleged Netanyahu's chief of staff altered a critical document from the morning of October 7th.
  6. 06The Likud party called Gil's interview a "false and political propaganda campaign."

He described a strained relationship with Prime Minister Netanyahu, including an incident where Netanyahu questioned his actions based on a directive Netanyahu himself had given. Gil also stated that security chiefs recommended offensive actions against Hamas leaders, which were not approved, and alleged that Netanyahu's chief of staff altered a critical document from the morning of the attack. The Likud party has dismissed Gil's claims as a political smear campaign.

Translated and summarized by baba from Israel Hayom, the latest report. Read Israel Hayom’s original

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