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Pleasing no one: Netanyahu puts election first with Gaza decision

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu rejected a US-led Gaza plan before upcoming elections. This decision may alienate both his ally Donald Trump and his right-wing base. Analysts suggest Hamas gains a tactical victory by publicly backing the deal. Israel has stopped air strikes, though periodic gunfire is reported in Gaza. Netanyahu seeks to appear as the sole protector against Hamas for voters.

10 Aug 2026 11:39 pm