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Israel War Investigations and Leaks Scandal
Investigations into events at the start of the Israel-Hamas war and the leak of classified IDF documents are underway, sparking controversy and criticism.
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Israel
PoliticsMiddle EastIsraelInvestigationSecurityMilitary TechnologyLeaks
Lahav 433Israel PoliceIdfPrime Minister's OfficeShin Bet
Benjamin NetanyahuEliezer FeldsteinMenachem Mizrahi
- What is the Prime Minister's Office's response to the investigations?
- The Prime Minister's Office calls the investigation a "witch hunt" and criticizes the focus on the PMO while alleged leaks from cabinet discussions, which harmed national security, remain uninvestigated.
- What is the nature of the criminal investigation being conducted by Lahav 433?
- Lahav 433, Israel's national fraud unit, is investigating events at the start of the Israel-Hamas war. A gag order is in place, but limited information has been released, sparking criticism from the Prime Minister's Office.
- Who is overseeing the release of information and the extension of detentions in both cases?
- Judge Menachem Mizrahi of the Magistrate’s Court in Rishon Lezion oversaw the release of limited information about the Lahav 433 investigation and the extension of detentions in the classified document leak case, emphasizing the professionalism of investigators while protecting the integrity of both inquiries.
- What is the October 7 Civilian Commission of Inquiry's stance on the ongoing investigations?
- The October 7 Civilian Commission of Inquiry criticized the ongoing investigations, arguing that they may sabotage a future state inquiry committee and allow those involved to avoid accountability.
- Who is the primary suspect in the case involving leaks and theft of a classified IDF document?
- Eliezer Feldstein is the primary suspect in a separate investigation involving leaks and theft of a classified IDF document. His detention, along with two others, has been extended; a fourth suspect was released to house arrest.