The biggest threat to Israel today is not Iran, Hamas, Hezbollah or the Houthis. A united Israel can beat them all. It is those who are unraveling Israel’s steel thread — with a bad story.

 

Why Israel Is Divided Over How to Investigate Oct. 7 Failures

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has proposed a commission with members chosen in a way that departs from existing law.

By Isabel Kershner

Reporting from Jerusalem

Jan. 6, 2026