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Naftali Bennett Blasts Netanyahu Over Hamas Resurgence Ahead of Nir Oz Attack

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First reported by Ynet · 1 hour ago

What happened

Naftali Bennett visited the Gaza border on August 4, 2026, condemning Netanyahu for allowing Hamas to rebuild militarily with Qatari backing. He vowed to expel Qatar's influence from Gaza, disarm Hamas fully, and restore Israeli border security.

  • 01Naftali Bennett accuses Netanyahu of abandoning Gaza security, enabling Hamas' resurgence.
  • 02Hamas now has more armed militants and advanced weapons, preparing for future attacks.
  • 03Bennett blames Qatar for controlling Gaza and managing Hamas' weapons storage.
  • 04He vows to expel Qatar from Gaza and designate it an enemy state.
  • 05Bennett promises a state inquiry and full disarmament of Hamas before moving security lines.
  • 06He pledges to restore security to northern border communities and all of Israel.

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People
Benjamin NetanyahuNaftali Bennett
OrganizationsHamas, Qatar

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MaarivCenter · Hebrew28 minutes ago
Naftali Bennett Blasts Netanyahu Over Hamas Resurgence Ahead of Nir Oz Attack
YnetCenter · Hebrew1 hour ago
Naftali Bennett Criticizes Government Over Hamas Rebuilding Ahead of Niro Oz Attack

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