There will be time to analyze Bibi Netanyahu’s political future—but not now, in the middle of a war.
- The terrorist attack from Gaza does not necessarily mean the end for Netanyahu as prime minister of Israel
- The personal-political implications of the Gaza border breach and civilian massacre are not important at the moment
- Wars often defy predictions about political winners and losers
- Netanyahu’s populist-conservatism may be what Israel needs in a wartime leader
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s leadership is being questioned after a terrorist attack from Gaza. However, the personal-political implications and predictions about Netanyahu’s future are not relevant at this time. Wars have a way of surprising experts when it comes to political outcomes. Netanyahu’s strong and determined approach may be exactly what Israel needs in a wartime leader.
