Former Egyptian Ambassador to Tel Aviv, Atef Salem, stated that mounting speculation suggests Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu may be sheltering in fortified underground sites in Jerusalem – possibly even beneath the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound.
Salem emphasized that rumors can often serve as a psychological weapon during wartime but typically only gain traction when information is clouded by ambiguity. He explained that it is common for leaders to limit their public appearances for security reasons.
He added that some assessments suggest Netanyahu could be utilizing a fortified room or bunker beneath the Al-Aqsa Mosque as part of the extreme measures taken by Israeli leadership to ensure their safety during escalations.
Salem observed that the current conflict between Iran and Israel is a prime example of this dynamic. The lack of transparency surrounding events has opened the door for contradictory narratives.
He highlighted that Israel is rigorously controlling the publication of images and videos from within its borders, threatening heavy fines and penalties for anyone documenting scenes that could reveal the reality on the ground.
These restrictions—combined with limited access for field journalists—make it difficult to verify reports of damage and destruction in several Israeli cities.
Netanyahu may be hiding beneath Al-Aqsa Mosque, Former Egyptian Ambassador to Israel speculates
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