Egypt’s intelligence chief warned that Hamas appeared to be mobilizing for a major attack; Israel should grant Hamas economic concessions to avert conflict. 'If Israel doesn't change course, Gaza is going to blow up in your face – the window to prevent a disaster is closing.' Netanyahu's response was confident—even cocky—that they had the situation under control

Netanyahu asked UAE President Mohamed bin Zayed during a secret meeting Sunday to deny Haaretz's report that the Emirati leader had warned Netanyahu of an impending Hamas attack shortly before October 7, 2023