Both men understood that in politics, being right isn’t enough – you must also be right at the right moment, with the right crisis, and the right democratic mandate.
The next time everyone who cares about Israel casts their ballots, they must keep in mind what the top official in each party did at this fateful time.
Netanyahu deserves criticism for his failures ahead of Oct. 7, but he deserves credit for Israel’s victories and military success in the war since October 8, 2023.
According to the official, there has been no substantial change in either Israel or Hamas’s fundamental positions, particularly regarding Hamas’s demand for guarantees that the war will be ended.
Netanyahu thanked the US leader after he criticized the corruption trial proceedings, saying they hindered negotiations with Hamas and Iran.
"The undermining of the rule of law and the use of violence by an extremist minority harms security and stability in the area," the IDF said in a statement.
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Israel's long-term strategy must look beyond the quick and potentially deceptive victories of the past 12 days.
Will this wildcard – this resounding victory on the security front – disperse the dark clouds that hang over other spheres as well?
Victory in Iran showed what can be achieved when Israel acts with vision, coordination, and courage.