Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu rejected the establishment of a court-appointed inquiry into the Hamas-led terror attacks on Oct. 7, 2023, accusing the media of working with the “deep state” and claiming the findings would be predetermined. The High Court of Justice ruled that his government should hold a cabinet hearing on forming a state commission of inquiry, but updates have been delayed. Former war Cabinet minister Benny Gantz and others have called for a state commission to investigate why the military failed to prevent the attacks. Netanyahu acknowledged the public’s demand for truth and called for a comprehensive investigation, including leaks from cabinet meetings and parliamentary sessions. Netanyahu also criticized the media for creating scandals and cooperating with the deep state. Israel’s military acknowledged last month that it misjudged Hamas’ intentions and was unprepared for the attack, which killed 1,200 people. A poll showed that 65% of Israelis support a State Commission of Inquiry. Netanyahu has faced criticism for lack of preparedness for the attacks, but has vowed to only answer questions after the ongoing conflict in the Middle East ends. Amid fears of a fragile ceasefire with Hamas, Israel halted aid to Gaza as tensions mounted. The Trump administration aims to expedite military aid to Israel and reverse the arms embargo introduced by the Biden administration.
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