Netanyahu May Prevent Power Transition Even in Defeat, Analysts Warn
Translated & summarized from Haaretz by baba
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu may attempt to disrupt the transfer of power following upcoming elections, according to analysts. He is accused of mishandling the October 7th failures and pursuing a divisive "legal overhaul." Netanyahu's alleged attempts to provoke conflict with Iran have reportedly been thwarted by the Chief of Staff and former President Trump. Analysts urge the opposition to form a government swiftly after the election to counter potential disruption and delegitimization efforts by Netanyahu's Likud party.
The story in 6 lines · by baba
- Analysts warn Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu may try to prevent a power transition even if his bloc loses the election.
- Netanyahu is accused of mishandling the October 7th failures and continuing a divisive "legal overhaul."
- Reports suggest Netanyahu's alleged attempts to provoke a war with Iran were stopped by the Chief of Staff and Donald Trump.
- The opposition is urged to form a government quickly after the election to counter potential disruption.
- Netanyahu's Likud party is expected to attempt to delegitimize the election results, analysts warn.
- The article criticizes Netanyahu's rhetoric and alleged fear-mongering tactics regarding Iran and the opposition.
As Israel heads to elections, analysts warn that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu may attempt to disrupt the transfer of power, even if his bloc loses. The article criticizes Netanyahu for his handling of the October 7th security and political failures, accusing him of attempting to cover up responsibility and continuing with a "legal overhaul" that has divided the nation and weakened deterrence. Netanyahu, facing a fragmented bloc and organizational failures, is described as desperate and fearful, seeking to provoke further conflict with Iran to potentially delay the election results or create a pretext for avoiding a coalition with Arab parties.
Reports suggest that Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir and former President Donald Trump have intervened to curb Netanyahu's alleged attempts to instigate a war with Iran before the elections. Netanyahu's rhetoric, including comparing himself to Ze'ev Jabotinsky and warning of an Iranian nuclear threat, is framed as a fear-mongering tactic. The article also touches on claims of Netanyahu's alleged unfitness for office, citing a video of him struggling to walk and suggesting he is covering up for a double agent due to his own alleged ties to Qatar.
The opposition leaders, referred to as the "change bloc," are urged to form a government quickly after the elections to signal to the US that Israel will not automatically align with its interests. The article emphasizes that Netanyahu's removal from power is an existential necessity and warns against prolonged coalition negotiations. It suggests that a government could be sworn in as early as November 10th, the opening day of the 26th Knesset, if the opposition unites and acts decisively.
Furthermore, the article anticipates efforts by Netanyahu and the Likud party to delegitimize the election results, particularly focusing on the vote in Arab communities and left-wing areas. This campaign of disinformation is reportedly well underway, with Netanyahu allegedly questioning the Police Commissioner about potential disruptions by "Kaplanists" and the "extreme left." The article calls for the Chairman of the Election Committee, the Attorney General, and the Supreme Court to prepare for unprecedented incitement and defamation.
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