Netanyahu’s former aide alleges attempt to alter 7 October records

Avi Gil, a former military secretary to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, has alleged that the Prime Minister’s office attempted to alter official records concerning the morning of the October 7, 2023, Hamas-led attack. Gil further claims that Netanyahu deliberately shelved a potential captive exchange deal, intensifying scrutiny regarding the Prime Minister’s management of the conflict and subsequent negotiations.

The allegations have prompted renewed criticism of Netanyahu’s leadership during the crisis. These claims center on the integrity of government documentation and the decision-making process surrounding the initial response to the attack and the ongoing efforts to secure the release of captives.