An Israeli court has loosened a gag order on a case investigating leaks of classified information allegedly involving one of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s media advisers.

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.

  • MicroWave@lemmy.worldOPEnglish
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    10 days ago

    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.