[85286] Political storm surrounding Netanyahu, developments in internal security and threats from Iran

Political and security tension: June 16, 2026 news summary

The political system is in an uproar surrounding Netanyahu
The political arena is buzzing with criticism of the Prime Minister. Hadashot Bazman report that Minister Gadi Eisenkot criticized Netanyahu and stated that "It would have been better if he had said - 'I erred'". At the same time, Barak Seri is quoted in Hadashot Bazman as claiming that Netanyahu's situation has turned from "his pride to his greatest downfall," with growing doubts about his ability to win the upcoming elections.

In terms of party moves, Yinon Magal reports on a surprising endorsement: Uri Zaki, former chairman of Meretz, announced his support for Minister Eisenkot, while emphasizing his ideological position: "I am right-wing".

Internal security and regional arena
On the security front, an attempted terror attack was recorded at the Hasmonean checkpoint. According to Hadashot Bazman, a Palestinian tried to breach the checkpoint in a stolen vehicle and run over police officers. Forces opened fire and the suspect was critically wounded.

Meanwhile, regional tension with Iran continues. Hadashot Bazman reports a defiant statement by Revolutionary Guards commander Vahidi, who threatened to take control of the Bab el-Mandeb Strait similar to their activities in the Strait of Hormuz, with an emphasis on their ambition to seize funds and economic resources in the region.