# Israel ex-security chief sues Netanyahu

> Former Israeli security chief files defamation lawsuit against prime minister over October 7 attack claims.
- Title: Israel ex-security chief sues Netanyahu · France24 | Shortify
- Summary: Former Israeli security chief files defamation lawsuit against prime minister over October 7 attack claims. Former head of Israel's Shin Bet sued Netanyahu…
- Keywords: shin bet, benjamin netanyahu, hamas, october 7, defamation, israel, prime minister, news, world, politics, ex-security, chief
- Source: France24 — https://france24.com/en/video/20261015-israel-ex-security-chief-sues-netanyahu-over-october-7-claims
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- Topics: shin bet, benjamin netanyahu, hamas, october 7, defamation, israel, prime minister, news, world, politics
## 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.
## Key takeaway

Former head of Israel's Shin Bet sued Netanyahu for defamation over responsibility for Hamas's October 7, 2023 attack.