Haaretz Podcast Alon Pinkas on challenging the idea of Netanyahu as a master strategist of the Middle East
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Dec 22, 2024 
In a candid discussion, Alon Pinkas, a senior columnist and former diplomat, critiques Netanyahu’s self-proclaimed status as a master strategist in the Middle East. He argues that Netanyahu's claims about his role in Syria and Iranian power are inflated and disconnected from reality. Pinkas highlights the absurdity of Netanyahu taking credit for military successes, asserting they are due to the Israeli military, not personal strategy. He further suggests Netanyahu’s narrative stems from ‘delusions of grandeur,’ reshaping perceptions of his leadership amid political turmoil.
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Netanyahu's Middle East Strategy Challenged
- Netanyahu's claims of Middle East mastery are challenged by Alon Pinkas.
- Pinkas argues Netanyahu's actions prolonged the war for political gain.
Netanyahu's Political Mastery
- Netanyahu excels at political strategy and manipulating public opinion.
- He leverages this skill to create a narrative that deflects blame for past failures.
Judicial Overhaul Revival
- The judicial overhaul's revival is linked to Netanyahu's increased political maneuvering room.
- Public fatigue following the war may hinder resistance to the judicial changes.