Lapid accuses Netanyahu of 'fear-mongering' over pre-election attack warning

Opposition leader Yair Lapid has accused Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of fear-mongering over his warning of possible attacks before next month's general election.

• Netanyahu said there were "indications" that Israel's enemies might attack before the election and promised retaliation "anywhere and anytime."
• Lapid requested an urgent security briefing, which Netanyahu's office initially rejected before approving it.
• In an online post, Lapid dismissed the warning as "fear-mongering" and insisted the election would take place on time.
• Yashar party leader Gadi Eisenkot questioned whether the threats were genuine or a "political maneuver" ahead of the vote.
• Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu gave the briefing alongside the military secretary and an intelligence officer.
• The general election is scheduled for October 27, according to the security briefing given to Lapid.
• Lapid urged the public not to panic, saying security threats should be handled professionally and army bases are not a backdrop for election videos.