5 Israelis arrested for allegedly leaking sensitive intel from PM Netanyahu’s office on Hamas
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Recently, Israeli authorities made headlines by arresting five officials, including four from a military intelligence unit, for allegedly leaking state secrets to foreign media outlets. Among the arrested individuals was Eli Feldstein, a 32-year-old military officer working in Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office as a spokesperson.
The leaked documents, reportedly written by Hamas, were the basis for a false report in the London-based Jewish Chronicle and Germany’s Bild daily. The reports suggested that Hamas had plans to smuggle Israeli hostages out of Gaza to Iran. These leaks not only compromised Israel’s intelligence methods but also posed a threat to the safety of Israeli soldiers and hostages.
Amit Segal, a chief political analyst, highlighted the ongoing debate between Netanyahu and the security establishment regarding hostage negotiations. The investigation is now focused on whether Netanyahu’s team used classified information to influence the negotiations. Despite this scandal, experts like Gideon Rahat believe that Netanyahu’s political base will remain intact.
In light of these developments, opposition party leaders have raised questions about Netanyahu’s involvement in the leaks. They argue that if the leaks originated from the Prime Minister’s Office, it raises concerns about his leadership. However, Rahat believes that Netanyahu will use this scandal to his advantage, portraying himself as a victim of the so-called “deep state.”
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