Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and IDF chief Eyal Zamir are at odds over Iran, with Zamir warning against potential military escalation just days before Israel's election. Netanyahu denies any confrontation, as both leaders face pressure to address security concerns ahead of Tuesday's vote.
Netanyahu has escalated rhetoric, warning of a 'second Holocaust' from Iran's nuclear program and urging a 'bypass economy' to avoid sanctions. He also posted an AI-generated image of a nuclear blast, claiming it could disrupt the election if Israel's leadership fails to stop Iran's nuclear ambitions.
The Bank of Israel rebuked Netanyahu's comments, stating cryptocurrencies cannot bypass sanctions and urging focus on economic partnerships. Zamir has raised concerns about miscalculations with Iran, highlighting the risk of immediate escalation as the election approaches.
Netanyahu's opponents, including Yair Lapid and Gadi Eisenkot, criticize his approach, with Eisenkot warning of potential manipulation and incitement in the campaign.