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Netanyahu Warned Himself of Hamas Threat Before October 7 Attack Amid Saudi Normalization Talks
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First reported by Walla · Aug 6, 2026
What happened
Days before the October 7, 2023 Hamas attack, Prime Minister Netanyahu warned of potential sabotage to Israel-Saudi normalization by Hamas but still approved benefits to Hamas. Despite clear intelligence and public warnings, Netanyahu failed to prepare adequately, leading to a major security failure and the attack that derailed the peace process.
- 01Netanyahu warned himself days before October 7 attack about Hamas sabotaging Israel-Saudi normalization.
- 02Despite warnings, Netanyahu approved increased benefits to Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar shortly before the attack.
- 03Hamas, backed by Iran, viewed the Israel-Saudi deal as a threat and planned the attack to prevent it.
- 04A Twitter user predicted the attack’s motive and timing before and during the assault.
- 05Netanyahu questioned rocket fire early October 7 but failed to act on intelligence or raise military alert.
- 06The article criticizes Netanyahu for prioritizing political goals over national security, causing a major failure.
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