Trump Criticizes Netanyahu Over Handling of Oct. 7 Hamas Attack

Former U.S. President Donald Trump expressed dissatisfaction with Benjamin Netanyahu's response to the Hamas attack on October 7, stating the incident should have never occurred.

Trump highlighted that Israeli intelligence and military had the resources to prevent the attack but failed to do so.
The former president criticized Netanyahu for withdrawing from a planned joint operation to assassinate Iranian General Qassem Soleimani in 2020.
Trump's critique comes amid low approval ratings for Netanyahu in Israel, as the country continues its conflict with Hamas.
Trump suggested that other Israeli leaders, including Benny Gantz, might be more effective in leadership roles.
The criticism reflects ongoing tensions between Trump and Netanyahu, potentially influencing U.S. relations with Israel if Trump were to be reelected.