Ex-Shin Bet chief warns Netanyahu could deliberately escalate tensions ahead of elections

The Jerusalem Post·October 16, 2026 at 10:58 PM

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Former Shin Bet chief Yoram Cohen warned that Netanyahu could deliberately escalate security tensions ahead of Israel's elections, citing concerns that political motives have influenced his decisions

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