Political Turmoil in Israel as Netanyahu Faces Internal Battles
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As His Political Alliance Breaks Up, Netanyahu Faces a Battle at Home
The Israeli prime minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, is facing a new challenge as his political alliance breaks up. The centrist party led by Benny Gantz has pulled out of the coalition government, leaving Netanyahu more dependent on his right-wing partners.
Netanyahu, who is already isolated internationally and at home, woke up to the news of Gantz’s departure from the government. While Netanyahu’s coalition still holds a narrow majority in the Parliament, losing Gantz means he must rely entirely on his far-right and ultra-Orthodox allies as he continues to navigate the ongoing conflict in Gaza amidst increasing criticism from the international community.
Gantz and another key member of his party, Gadi Eisenkot, both former military chiefs, brought a sense of moderation to the government’s decision-making during the recent conflict with Hamas. Their departure has raised concerns about the government’s stability and the future direction of Israel.
Gantz accused Netanyahu of delaying important strategic decisions for his own political gain, leading to a period of uncertainty and instability in Israeli politics. Many are now questioning what lies ahead for the country in the wake of these developments.
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