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Netanyahu pushed a balanced strategy to avoid escalation six days before Oct. 7 Hamas attack, new classified doc reveals.
A classified summary from an October 1, 2023, security meeting, revealed February 8, 2026, shows Prime Minister Netanyahu urged a "balanced" approach to prevent escalation six days before the October 7 Hamas attack.
The document, reported by Channel 12, indicates Netanyahu directed officials to pursue civilian arrangements with Hamas, use humanitarian aid as leverage, and prepare for targeted killings of Hamas leadership, while advancing peace efforts with Saudi Arabia and maintaining security calm.
The release sparked debate, with Defense Minister Yoav Gallant accusing Netanyahu of selectively presenting excerpts to shape public perception, and unnamed security officials calling the summary misleading and overly clear.
The disclosure adds to scrutiny over pre-attack decision-making and intelligence assessments.
Netanyahu impulsó una estrategia equilibrada para evitar la escalada seis días antes del ataque de Hamás del 7 de octubre, según revela un nuevo documento clasificado.