Israel's current military actions in Gaza and Lebanon, as well as its response to Iran's missile attack, are seen as crucial for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's political survival. According to a former Israeli diplomat, Netanyahu is prolonging the war to maintain a war-like atmosphere that benefits him politically.
The former consul general to New York, Alon Pinkas, highlighted Netanyahu's desire to extend the conflict to bolster his image as a strong leader. Despite facing criticism after a recent Hamas attack, Netanyahu has shifted his stance and is now focused on eliminating Hamas in Gaza and targeting Hezbollah in Lebanon.
