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Israel ex-security chief sues Netanyahu
Former Israeli security chief files defamation lawsuit against prime minister over October 7 attack claims.
In brief
Former Israeli security chief files defamation lawsuit against prime minister over October 7 attack claims. Former head of Israel's Shin Bet sued Netanyahu for defamation over responsibility for Hamas's October 7, 2023 attack. Originally reported by France24.
Suing
Former head of Israel's Shin Bet domestic security agency sued Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for defamation.
October 7 attack
Hamas attacked Israel on October 7, 2023, the deadliest day in Israeli history.
Netanyahu's position
Netanyahu polls show in tight race to stay in power for October 27 election.
Opposition criticism
Opposition blames Netanyahu for failing to prevent Hamas's October 7 attack.
Suing timing
Suing occurred weeks before October 27 election.
Why sue
Former security chief claims Netanyahu falsely took responsibility for Hamas's attack.
The main idea
Former head of Israel's Shin Bet sued Netanyahu for defamation over responsibility for Hamas's October 7, 2023 attack.
