Tel Aviv, Israel – Israel’s Likud party launched a scathing attack on the police following the summoning of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s chief of staff for questioning. The party deemed the move politically motivated and part of what it described as a “systematic targeting” of the prime minister’s inner circle.
In a statement, the party asserted that the timing of the summons raised serious questions. It suggested that the action represented an attempt to pressure Netanyahu through his administrative entourage, amidst the current tense political and security climate in Israel.
For its part, the Israeli police defended its actions, asserting that the investigations are being conducted in accordance with the law and without political considerations. They explained that they are based on evidence and suspicions that are subject to legal scrutiny. They emphasized that no official, regardless of their position, is exempt.
This development comes at a time when Netanyahu is facing increasing pressure. This pressure stems from both open legal cases and internal criticism of his political performance. This is exacerbating the polarization between the government and law enforcement agencies.
Observers believe that the escalating tensions between Likud and the police reflect the depth of the crisis within the Israeli political landscape, where legal considerations are intertwined with partisan conflicts. This situation foreshadows further escalation in the coming period.
