Israeli analyst says Netanyahu gambled on Iran war, now betting on Lebanon
Israeli political commentator Ori Goldberg told Al Jazeera that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has become a "degenerate gambler" who miscalculated on US-Israel military strategy toward Iran and is now risking Israeli interests on military operations in Lebanon. The characterization reflects deepening debate within Israel about Netanyahu's strategic decision-making and regional military engagements. This internal Israeli criticism matters to Americans because US military support and diplomatic backing for Israel directly shape Middle East stability and US foreign policy in a volatile region. The commentary suggests significant political divisions in Israel over how Netanyahu is managing multiple regional conflicts simultaneously.
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- April 8, 2026 at 9:57 AM PDT
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