Friday 11 September 2026

Continuation of:

Eldar, Shlomi (9/8/26) “Revealed: Netanyahu received an explicit warning days before October 7. He didn’t brief Israel’s security chiefs.” Haaretz.

After direct warnings from Sinwar about an attack on Israel, and no response from Israel, the Emirati decided to hold a 45-minute conversation with the Prime Minister himself. A similar call was made by the Egyptian intelligence chief, Gen. Abbas Kamel, who warned Netanyahu of “something unusual, a terrifying operation” about to be launched by Hamas. Netanuahy, reportedly told Kamen that Israel was “in the picture” in Gaza, that the problem was the West Bank where they (the Israelis) were diverting forces.

On October 1 the head of the Shin Bet recommended targeting senior Hamas officials, including Sinwar. Netanyahu replied using a standard refrain that bought him time: “Prepare plans for me and I will consider them.” Throughout the meeting the Prime Minister did not mention the calls he had received.

One senior Shin Bet official was quoted as regretting not knowing about the calls. “Perhaps it could also have clarified what was behind his sudden withdrawal from the talks in early September.” It could “have changed out entire assessment picture.”

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