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Netanyahu Warns of Enemy Attacks Ahead of October 27 Election
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Moneycontrol•29-09-2026, 18:36
Netanyahu Warns of Enemy Attacks Ahead of October 27 Election
- •Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu warned of potential enemy attacks before the October 27 election, citing "indications" without providing specific details.
- •Netanyahu issued a stern warning to potential attackers: "Don't mess with us, not now and not ever. Our long arm will reach you anywhere, anytime."
- •He did not identify specific groups, countries, or intelligence sources behind the alleged threat.
- •The warning followed Netanyahu highlighting recent Israeli military operations, including strikes against Hamas targets in Gaza.
- •Gadi Eisenkot, leader of the Yashar party, called for Opposition Leader Yair Lapid to be briefed immediately if the threat is genuine, to prevent mixing security with election politics.
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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu warned that Israel's enemies could attempt to attack the country ahead of the October 27 election, citing potential "indications" of a threat without providing specific details or identifying the attackers.
Gadi Eisenkot, leader of the Yashar party, responded by stating that if the security threat is genuine, Opposition Leader Yair Lapid should be briefed immediately to ensure the warning is not a political maneuver to influence the election campaign.
During his visit to the Tel Nof Air Force Base, Prime Minister Netanyahu highlighted recent Israeli military operations, which included strikes directed against Hamas targets in Gaza.
