What Next | Daily News and Analysis Does Netanyahu Have an Exit Strategy?
May 22, 2024
Yair Rosenberg, staff writer at The Atlantic, delves into Netanyahu's post-war plans in Gaza, ICC charges against Israeli leaders, and the impact of Iran's political turmoil on Hamas. The podcast explores internal conflicts in Israel's government and the mounting pressures faced by Israeli leaders.
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Gallant's Criticism
- Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant publicly criticized Netanyahu's lack of a post-war strategy for Gaza.
- Gallant believes Israel could win battles but lose the war if Hamas returns to cleared areas.
War Cabinet Division
- Gallant's public criticism, supported by Benny Gantz, highlights a significant division within Netanyahu's war cabinet.
- Two out of three voting members question the war's handling and demand a post-war plan.
Netanyahu's Strategy
- Netanyahu's political strategy involves keeping options open, avoiding commitment to a specific post-war plan for Gaza.
- This allows him to maintain support from his coalition's far-right members who favor different approaches.