Vast majority of Israelis back commission of inquiry into 7 October attack

A poll conducted by Israeli Channel 12 reveals that 79 percent of Israelis support the establishment of a state commission of inquiry to investigate the failures that led to the 7 October attack on southern Israel.

Eight percent oppose the investigation, while 13 percent remain undecided.

While some Israeli leaders have taken responsibility for the attack, which killed over 1,100 people, mostly civilians, and captured around 250, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has refused to acknowledge personal responsibility or initiate an inquiry.

Netanyahu has stated that the matter will be addressed after the ongoing war on Gaza ends. His refusal to take responsibility has sparked criticism, with many accusing him of prolonging the war for political gain.