No other leader in the Middle East has been able to twist conversation and evade responsibility quite like Benjamin Netanyahu. Known for his ability to spin words to his advantage and avoid accountability, it seemed as though he had finally met his match in the “yes/no Bibi” debate. For five weeks, the media had hounded him with the question of whether or not he would take responsibility for the government’s dysfunction. However, Netanyahu managed to turn the tables and shift the focus away from himself and his failings.
Despite the ongoing debate about his responsibility, Netanyahu appeared to have successfully diverted attention away from the government’s failure to prevent an attack by Hamas. As a result, there has been a significant loss of life and ongoing suffering for those affected by the attack. The dysfunction within the government has only added to the crisis, with different factions within the coalition government at odds with each other, and priorities that seem to defy logic.
Netanyahu’s inability to properly manage the government has become painfully evident, and it has become increasingly clear that he is not fit to lead. Instead of making hard decisions in the best interest of the country, Netanyahu seems more concerned with his personal interests. His fear of disruption seems to outweigh his commitment to the country’s well-being.
The alternative government that could have been formed with other capable leaders, such as Lieberman and Lapid, seems like a missed opportunity to address the ongoing crisis. Instead, Netanyahu’s inability to effectively lead has left the country in disarray, with no end in sight to the crisis.
As the political situation in Israel continues to deteriorate, it is becoming increasingly clear that a change in leadership is urgently needed to address the current crisis and prevent further dysfunction within the government. Only time will tell if Netanyahu will be held accountable for his failings, and if the country can recover from the current state of disarray.