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The Intelligence from The Economist

Bibi blues: Israel’s fraying consensus

May 24, 2024
26:56
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Israel's political tensions post-war, Italy's green subsidy crisis, and how Bridgerton is influencing classical music popularity
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  • Israeli political turmoil escalates as ministers openly challenge Netanyahu's post-war strategy, highlighting dysfunction in governance.
  • Italy's home renovation subsidies face financial crisis due to widespread fraud, exceeding budget limits and calling for austerity measures.

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Gaza Conflict: Political Turmoil in Israel

The Gaza conflict has intensified internal political turmoil in Israel, with Defense Minister Yav Galant and Defense Minister Benny Gantz openly challenging Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's lack of post-war strategy. Netanyahu aims for a continued battle against Hamas, while his ministers advocate for a more detailed plan involving a Palestinian administration to fill the vacuum left in Gaza after the war. This political dysfunction, unprecedented even by Israeli standards, underscores Netanyahu's reluctance to plan for the future and prioritize his own political survival.

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