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Former Adviser Eli Feldstein Reveals Netanyahu Was Warned Against Itamar Ben-Gvir After October Massacre

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First reported by Now 14 · 3 hours ago

What happened

Eli Feldstein revealed that Netanyahu was warned about Itamar Ben-Gvir after the October 7 massacre, leading to Ben-Gvir's exclusion from the small security cabinet. Ben-Gvir confirmed his exclusion was due to a boycott by Gantz and Eizenkot but said he later influenced key security operations. The dispute underscores internal Israeli political tensions over security policy after the recent conflict.

  • 01Eli Feldstein said Netanyahu was warned about Itamar Ben-Gvir after the October 7 massacre.
  • 02Ben-Gvir was excluded from the small security cabinet for a long time following the warnings.
  • 03Ben-Gvir confirmed his exclusion was due to a boycott by Gantz and Eizenkot.
  • 04After their departure, Ben-Gvir rejoined the cabinet and influenced major security operations.
  • 05Ben-Gvir criticized Gantz and Eizenkot for pushing for surrender to Hamas.
  • 06The dispute reflects internal tensions in Israel's security and political leadership post-conflict.

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Full coverage · 3 outlets

The same event, reported separately by each newsroom. Open a few to compare what each emphasizes — and what they leave out.

Kikar HaShabbatRight · Hebrew2 hours ago
Former Adviser Eli Feldstein Reveals Netanyahu Was Warned Against Itamar Ben-Gvir After October Massacre
MaarivCenter · Hebrew3 hours ago
Eli Feldstein Reveals Netanyahu Was Warned About Itamar Ben-Gvir After October 7 Attacks
Now 14Right · Hebrew3 hours ago
Ex-PM Aide Reveals Netanyahu Was Warned About Itamar Ben-Gvir After October 7 Attacks

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