Security establishment fears multi-arena incident: "We are wary of the possibility of an attack or kidnapping during the elections"

In a briefing given to cabinet ministers by security chiefs, concern was raised over a "multi-arena incident" across all fronts, including Gaza and Iran. The Shin Bet chief warned of a possible link between Hamas and the Iranian axis and the Houthis. The head of the Operations Division updated that 95% of the tunnels between the yellow line and the border have been cleared. Prime Minister Netanyahu said the goal in Gaza is to eliminate Hamas.

In a security briefing given to ministers of the political-security cabinet by security chiefs, concern was raised over a "multi-arena incident." The security situation was defined as tense across all fronts, including Gaza and Iran. Security officials said Hamas is at operational readiness for offensive actions. Shin Bet chief David Zini warned of a possible link between Hamas and the Iranian axis, including the Houthi organization in Yemen. The head of the Operations Division (J3) updated the ministers that the campaign to clear the tunnels is underway, and that 95% of the tunnels between the yellow line and the border have been cleared. Ministers responded that the figure refers only to tunnels that have been discovered. Senior intelligence officials addressed the assassination attempt on senior Hamas figure Ali al-Amoudi and said the results are unknown. The briefing also dealt with attempts to kidnap soldiers and smuggling attempts. Minister Strock demanded clarifications from Netanyahu regarding the Peace Council plan. Prime Minister Netanyahu concluded that the goal is to eliminate Hamas, but the question of timing remains open.

Security establishment fears multi-arena incident: "We are wary of the possibility of an attack or kidnapping during the elections"