If Eisenkot had won the battle of the blocs and, in a head-to-head with Netanyahu, as the polls forecast, he might have been able to start forming a government before the US midterm elections.
Israeli forces dispersed protesters opposing a military operation in Hebron that has displaced over 3,000 Palestinians following a deadly attack on two IDF soldiers, as Israelis headed to the polls.
The IDF also decided on Monday night to reinforce troops along the security barrier amid concerns that terrorists could infiltrate Israel.
Katz and Netanyahu reject reports of plans to dismiss IDF chief Eyal Zamir amid tensions over Iran, as Eisenkot weighs in ahead of Tuesday's elections.
The military stated that the operatives had been actively working to restore operational military capabilities and planning attacks against Israeli troops and civilians.
The IDF cited urgent security risks, as business owners denied involvement in the deadly attack, alleging collective punishment.
The Jerusalem Post understands from officials familiar with the case that a local Italian prosecutor is leading the prosecution and is not coordinating with the Italian federal government.
"The operational activities and factors considered by the IDF are based solely on security, professional, substantive, and nonpartisan considerations," the military said.
According to the IDF, the shaft was approximately 15 meters deep and relatively narrow. It was found near the terrorist’s home in the Hebron area of the West Bank.
Due to the sensitive nature of the action, N12 reported that Zamir requested an in-depth discussion and formal authorization before moving forward with the action.
Inside the IDF's race to uncover evidence behind the al-Ahli hospital blast, counter Hamas's claims, and restore credibility as Biden flew to Israel.
