A comprehensive investigation reveals how Netanyahu's strategic maneuvers during the ongoing Gaza war not only salvaged his political career but also extended the conflict's toll on both Israelis and Palestinians.
Netanyahu's Gambit: Surviving a Crisis and Deferring Political Judgment
Netanyahu's Gambit: Surviving a Crisis and Deferring Political Judgment
An in-depth look at how Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu navigated through the chaos of the Gaza conflict, employing strategies that have kept his position secure.
In a detailed examination of Benjamin Netanyahu’s political survival amidst the ongoing Gaza war, reporters Patrick Kingsley, Ronen Bergman, and Natan Odenheimer uncovers a gripping narrative. After the surprise Hamas attack on October 7, 2023, Netanyahu’s political future appeared bleak. However, as the conflict persists, he has solidified his domestic political standing.
The article draws on insights from over 110 interviews with officials from Israel, the U.S., and the Arab world, as well as a thorough review of confidential documents including meeting minutes, military plans, and judicial records. This investigation chronicles the pivotal moments that shaped Netanyahu's decisions, particularly during his hospital stay in July 2023 when he received alarming intelligence about a potential attack. Disregarding these warnings, he proceeded with controversial policies to weaken Israel's judiciary, setting the stage for Hamas's realize of their long-planned offensive.
In the immediate aftermath of the attack, Netanyahu pivoted to blame intelligence and defense officials, laying the groundwork for a personal survival narrative amid professional chaos. The investigation outlines five critical takeaways, illustrating how the war’s prolongation not only allowed Israel to confront Hezbollah and Iran but also inflicted tremendous suffering on Palestinians, leading to tragic loss of life among hostages.
As Netanyahu emerges from this crisis unscathed politically, the investigation raises important questions about the implications of his leadership—and the heavy toll of the conflict on local and international communities.
The article draws on insights from over 110 interviews with officials from Israel, the U.S., and the Arab world, as well as a thorough review of confidential documents including meeting minutes, military plans, and judicial records. This investigation chronicles the pivotal moments that shaped Netanyahu's decisions, particularly during his hospital stay in July 2023 when he received alarming intelligence about a potential attack. Disregarding these warnings, he proceeded with controversial policies to weaken Israel's judiciary, setting the stage for Hamas's realize of their long-planned offensive.
In the immediate aftermath of the attack, Netanyahu pivoted to blame intelligence and defense officials, laying the groundwork for a personal survival narrative amid professional chaos. The investigation outlines five critical takeaways, illustrating how the war’s prolongation not only allowed Israel to confront Hezbollah and Iran but also inflicted tremendous suffering on Palestinians, leading to tragic loss of life among hostages.
As Netanyahu emerges from this crisis unscathed politically, the investigation raises important questions about the implications of his leadership—and the heavy toll of the conflict on local and international communities.
