Netanyahu denies UAE warned him ahead of Oct. 7 as blame for massacre dominates Israeli election season
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu is denying claims that he was warned by neighboring world leaders about the Oct. 7 massacre days before the attack occurred, as blame for the tragedy becomes a hot potato ahead of next month’s elections.
TL;DR
- Prime Minister Netanyahu denies claims of being warned about the Oct. 7 massacre by neighboring world leaders.
- A report cites a book claiming Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar instructed UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan to warn Netanyahu.
- The alleged warning was reportedly conveyed in late September 2023, with a sense of seriousness about the threat.
- Blame for the Oct. 7 tragedy is becoming a significant issue ahead of upcoming Israeli elections.