TRIGGERnometry Asking Benjamin Netanyahu The Tough Questions
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Aug 20, 2025 
Benjamin Netanyahu, Prime Minister of Israel, tackles pressing questions about the Israel/Gaza conflict. He shares his firsthand experience of the events of October 7th, including insights into intelligence failures and the complexities of Gaza's governance. The discussion reveals the emotional toll of violence on Israel and critiques Western political responses to the crisis. Netanyahu emphasizes the importance of strong leadership and the challenges of maintaining public perception amidst ongoing turmoil, advocating for a realistic approach to future problem-solving.
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The Red Phone At Dawn
- Benjamin Netanyahu received the 6:29am call on Shabbat that Hamas had invaded and immediately declared war and called up reserves.
- He focused on decisions, went to military HQ in Tel Aviv, and prioritized winning the war.
A Regional Coordinated Assault
- Netanyahu frames October 7 as part of an Iranian terror axis using proxies across the region to simultaneously attack Israel.
- He believes Hamas fired too early, which prevented a larger simultaneous invasion and allowed Israel to respond.
Mindset Overlooked The Threat
- Netanyahu attributes the failure to foresee the attack partly to a mindset that Hamas was deterred and would not act.
- He says lessons learned include confronting Iran's proxy network, not just Hamas alone.