Lapid hits Netanyahu over 'fear-mongering' attack warning ahead of election
JERUSALEM: Israel’s opposition chief early Wednesday accused Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of fear-mongering after he alleged that enemies may attack before Oct 27 elections.
Israeli opposition leader Yair Lapid criticized Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for fear-mongering after alleging potential attacks ahead of the upcoming Oct 27 elections. Netanyahu, who is in a tight race for re-election, had warned Iran, Hamas, Hezbollah, and the Palestinian Authority, vowing retaliation if attacked. During a late-night meeting, Lapid requested a security briefing from Netanyahu and expressed concern over the prime minister's shift in rhetoric, accusing him of failing to follow warnings about the Oct 7 Hamas attack.
Lapid emphasized the need for professional and responsible handling of security threats, stating that military bases should not be used for election campaign purposes. Netanyahu's office confirmed that a detailed briefing about potential attacks on various fronts was provided to Lapid after his request.
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