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But it is neither legitimate nor acceptable to insult an entire community, and I will not allow that

Arab citizens in Israel are an integral part of the Israeli story

We are making progress in our talks with potential partners to form the government

These briefings are necessary to ensure effective oversight, maintain a sound national decision-making process, and protect security interests

Exercise caution when making security decisions, at a time when the government is functioning as a caretaker government

During the meeting, Eisenkot was briefed on the security and diplomatic challenges currently facing the State of Israel. The two sides agreed to continue exchanging updates and information whenever necessary.

A meeting will be held today (Thursday) to brief Prime Minister Netanyahu and the head of the Yeshar party, Eisenkot, on the latest political and security developments, with the participation of the Prime Minister's military secretary

grave consequences for Israeli democracy and public trust in the institutions of governance

not dictated by an urgent security necessity

If that is the case, why did you refuse my request to obtain an operational briefing through the official channels as is customary? And why are you trying to delay the convening of the Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee until next week?

The use of security agencies without a direct and immediate threat that cannot be postponed could lead to destructive repercussions for Israeli democracy and for citizens' trust in the institutions of governance.

In this complex and sensitive political situation... you bear the responsibility to exercise greater caution and responsibility when making security decisions

Israel is going through a complex and explosive security reality.

Why do you refuse to brief me on operational updates? And why are you trying to postpone the meeting of the Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee?

I will not allow a vacuum in oversight of a government that has lost the Knesset's confidence.

You currently head a transitional government that no longer enjoys the Knesset's confidence; only 46 Knesset members still support your continued tenure as prime minister.

national responsibility, self-restraint, and caution against dangerous steps

Activating security forces without a direct and immediate threat that cannot be postponed may lead to devastating repercussions for Israeli democracy and citizens' trust in governance institutions.

I demand the following of you: in this sensitive period, you are required to show national responsibility, exercise restraint, and be wary of dangerous steps that can wait until a new government that enjoys the Knesset's confidence takes the constitutional oath. Do not undermine the people's trust in the institutions of governance and in the decision-making process.

This evening I addressed outgoing Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu regarding his security and national duty at this stage.

Do not put the leaders of the security agencies in the face of a difficult constitutional conflict, and do not leave them in a state of doubt about what is required of them and what the correct action they should take is. Let them preserve without doubts the sacred mission placed upon them.

I demand the following of you: in this sensitive period, you are required to show national responsibility, exercise restraint and caution against dangerous steps that can wait until a new government that enjoys the Knesset's confidence is sworn in. Do not undermine the people's trust in the institutions of governance and in the decision-making process.

Do not put the heads of the security agencies in the face of a difficult constitutional conflict, and do not leave them in a state of doubt about what is required of them and what the right action they should take is. Let them preserve without doubt the sacred mission placed upon them.

I demand the following of you: in this sensitive period, you are required to act with national responsibility and to show restraint and caution against dangerous steps that can wait until a new government that enjoys the Knesset’s confidence is sworn in. Do not undermine the people’s trust in the institutions of governance and in the decision-making process.

Show restraint and caution in the face of dangerous initiatives that can wait until a new government that enjoys the Knesset's confidence is formed.

The use of security forces in the absence of a direct and immediate threat could have grave consequences for Israeli democracy and for citizens' trust in state institutions.

Activating security forces without a direct and immediate threat that cannot be postponed could lead to destructive repercussions for Israeli democracy and for citizens' trust in the institutions of governance

I demand the following of you: in this sensitive period, you are required to show national responsibility, exercise restraint and be wary of dangerous steps that can wait until a new government that enjoys the Knesset's confidence is sworn in. Do not undermine the people's trust in the institutions of governance and in the decision-making process

Israel is going through a complex and explosive security reality

He will not allow a vacuum in oversight of a government that has lost the Knesset's confidence