Defense Minister Katz blames opposition for future security threats

Israel Katz blamed opposition leaders for future attacks, prompting swift condemnation from Yair Lapid.

Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz stated that opposition leaders will bear responsibility for any future security assaults against the country. Opposition leader Yair Lapid strongly condemned the remark, calling it a gift to enemies and criticizing the government for failing to defeat Hamas or counter Iran.

• The warningIsrael Katz claimed critics ignored official warnings regarding national security threats.
• The reactionYair Lapid accused the government of failing to dismantle Hamas or stop Iran.