The Intelligence from The Economist The Intelligence: Bibi bumps
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Apr 2, 2024 
Edward Carr, Deputy Editor of The Economist, shares insights on the mounting pressures facing Israeli Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu due to ongoing violence in Gaza and recent airstrikes targeting Iran. Meanwhile, Alice Forward, Wall Street correspondent, discusses the rise of high-quality counterfeit luxury handbags that are redefining market dynamics. They also touch on changing drinking habits in France, where youth are increasingly favoring beer over traditional wine, posing challenges for local winemakers.
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Netanyahu's Paradoxical Protection
- Netanyahu faces mounting pressure to oust him due to the ongoing war.
- Ironically, this chaotic situation may be protecting him from immediate removal.
Netanyahu's Pressures
- Netanyahu is under pressure due to the tension between releasing hostages and destroying Hamas.
- His coalition is also at risk due to pressure on ultra-Orthodox Jews to serve in the army.
Wider Stakes of the War
- The strike on the Iranian consulate highlights the larger stakes of the war, involving Iran's support for Hamas.
- This serves as a reminder of the broader conflict beyond the immediate crisis in Gaza.