Israeli PM warns of ‘indications’ enemies may attack ahead of elections

Jerusalem: Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu warned on Tuesday that Israel's adversaries might attempt attacks prior to the October 27 general elections, raising concerns among opposition parties. The prime minister made this statement at an air force base in a video released by his office. Opposition leader Yair Lapid called for an urgent security briefing from Netanyahu's camp, asking whether the threats are genuine and how the premier is preparing to prevent disruptions to the elections.

Defense Minister Israel Katz promised to target Hamas leaders based outside Gaza following the military's killing of a commander in the territory's northern region. Katz warned that none of the "despicable murderers" involved in the October 7 massacre, who escaped justice, should be allowed to live peacefully.