Israel investigates leaks that appear to have bolstered Netanyahu as Gaza truce talks stalled

An Israeli court has lifted a gag order on a case involving leaks of classified information that may have been aimed at helping Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu politically during Gaza cease-fire talks. The central suspect, Eli Feldstein, reportedly leaked information to European media outlets without security clearance. The leaked documents led to discredited articles supporting Netanyahu’s demands in the talks. Critics believe the leaks may have sabotaged negotiations and harmed national security. Netanyahu denies any wrongdoing and claims the leaked information was meant to help in the hostage negotiations. The investigation is ongoing, and Netanyahu’s office has downplayed the significance of the leak.