Netanyahu's war against inquiry into October 7 massacre will haunt his legacy

National Affairs | Netanyahu once cited wartime focus as the reason to delay; his shifting arguments reveal deeper concerns—not just about survival, but about how history will judge his leadership.

ONLY PRIME Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is passionately opposed to establishing a state commission of inquiry into the October 7 massacre. Here, he vents his views on the matter on Monday in the Knesset.

(photo credit: MARC ISRAEL SELLEM)

ByHERB KEINON

MARCH 7, 2025 10:58

Updated: MARCH 7, 2025 14:38

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