Netanyahu Aide Arrested in Leak Scandal

Israeli authorities have arrested several individuals, including a top aide to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, for allegedly leaking classified military documents that may have disrupted hostage negotiations with Hamas in Gaza. The leaked documents suggested a plan by Hamas to smuggle hostages out of Gaza, which opposition leaders claim was fabricated to thwart a ceasefire deal. The leaks, published in European media, have led to accusations against Netanyahu's office of manipulating information to influence public opinion and prolong the conflict. Netanyahu denies any involvement, stating that the leaked documents never reached his office from military intelligence. The situation has intensified political tensions, with critics accusing Netanyahu of stalling negotiations to maintain his political position. The ongoing investigation remains under a partially lifted gag order, revealing the potential risk to national security and the complexities of the alleged leaks.