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Former Israeli Security Chiefs Urge Protection for Gadi Eisenkot Amid Rising Political Incitement
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First reported by Walla · 9 hours ago
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Former Israeli security chiefs warn of rising political incitement ahead of elections and urge close protection for opposition leader Gadi Eisenkot, citing risks similar to those before Rabin's assassination. They call on government authorities to address legal gaps in security responsibilities and act swiftly to prevent potential attacks.
- 01Former top Israeli security officials demand close protection for opposition leader Gadi Eisenkot.
- 02They warn of escalating incitement and extremism ahead of Knesset elections.
- 03The letter compares current tensions to the period before Yitzhak Rabin's 1995 assassination.
- 04Eisenkot is not legally entitled to Shin Bet protection but is a leading opposition candidate.
- 05Officials highlight legal gaps in protecting political figures not covered by current law.
- 06They urge immediate government discussion and action on Eisenkot's security needs.
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