Foreign Affairs
Blindfolded Netanyahu Acts Like a Cat in a Corner and Leads Israel Toward Total Isolation
The Volkskrant editorial argues that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is leading Israel toward international isolation through his handling of the October 7 Hamas attacks and subsequent policies. The article questions whether Netanyahu was warned about the attack beforehand, noting his denial despite reports from Egypt and the UAE. It highlights his refusal to allow investigations into security failures, his aggressive rhetoric at the UN, and the growing diplomatic pressure from countries imposing sanctions on settlements. Additionally, it mentions plans by far-right minister Itamar Ben-Gvir for Palestinian displacement, suggesting these actions alienate allies and risk further global ostracization ahead of the October 27 elections.
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