Former Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Barak has publicly accused current Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of potentially manipulating upcoming Israeli elections. Barak alleges Netanyahu could instigate a military operation in Lebanon to provoke a response from Hezbollah and Iran. This escalation, according to Barak, would allow Netanyahu to potentially postpone or influence the election outcome. He suggests Netanyahu is capable of deliberately creating a crisis to disrupt the democratic process. Barak’s statement raises concerns about the stability of the region and the integrity of Israel’s electoral system. The accusation implies a willingness to leverage national security for political gain, a serious charge within Israeli politics. No immediate response from Netanyahu’s office has been reported.