Summary

An Israeli court partially lifted a gag order on a case investigating Eli Feldstein, a media adviser to Prime Minister Netanyahu, over alleged leaks of classified information.

The leaks reportedly influenced articles suggesting Hamas aimed to prolong hostage negotiations, indirectly supporting Netanyahu’s stance in cease-fire talks.

Critics argue these leaks provided political cover as Netanyahu faced intense public scrutiny over the negotiations.

Netanyahu denied involvement and dismissed the affair’s significance, while a police, military, and Shin Bet investigation continues, with critics calling it a significant breach impacting national security and the Gaza conflict’s goals.

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    15 hours ago

    Did anyone actually believe that Netanyahu wasn’t the one sabotaging the peace talks? Or is this something Israelis believed thanks to the insane level of propoganda?

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      At least not everyone:

      Israeli media and other observers expressed skepticism about the articles, which appeared to support Netanyahu’s demands in the talks and absolve him of blame for their failure.