Sarah Netanyahu's Accusations Against Israeli Army Leaders
In a recent meeting with families of Israeli prisoners in Gaza, Sarah Netanyahu, wife of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, accused senior Israeli army leaders of intending to carry out a military coup against her husband. The accusations were reported by the Israeli newspaper Haaretz, which quoted Sarah Netanyahu as saying, “Army leaders want to carry out a military coup against my husband.”
Responses and Reactions
During the meeting, some family members challenged her statements, arguing that she could not claim to distrust the Israeli army. Sarah Netanyahu clarified that her mistrust was not directed at the entire army but specifically at its senior leaders. Despite the pushback, she reiterated her assertion that the army leaders were plotting a coup. The meeting included representatives of the families, army officers, and Col. (Ret.) Verda Pomerantz, formerly head of the army's casualty division.
Yair Netanyahu's Criticism of Military Leadership
Sarah Netanyahu is not the only family member to voice such accusations. Her son, Yair Netanyahu, had previously criticized the army and Shin Bet (General Security Service) of treason following the attacks by the Islamic Resistance Movement (Hamas) on October 7. Yair Netanyahu questioned the actions of the military and intelligence leaders, asking, 'Why do army and intelligence leaders continue to claim that Hamas has been deterred? Where was the Air Force on October 7?' He also expressed skepticism about the leaders' fear of external investigations if there was no betrayal involved.
- Sarah Netanyahu's comments have sparked significant controversy, with many questioning the appropriateness of her statements given the sensitive nature of the ongoing conflict. The Israeli army and government officials have yet to issue a formal response to her allegations.
- The ongoing war in Gaza, which began on October 7, 2023, has resulted in a devastating humanitarian crisis. According to reports, nearly 124,000 people have been killed or wounded, most of them children and women. The conflict has also led to massive destruction and famine, with over 10,000 people reported missing. Despite calls from the UN Security Council and the International Court of Justice to halt the invasion and improve the humanitarian situation, the conflict continues.
