Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's Handling of Gaza Crisis
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is facing criticism from fellow war cabinet members for his handling of Gaza, with Defense Minister Yoav Gallant and former Defense Minister Benny Gantz demanding changes in policy. Netanyahu rejected their proposals, leading to increased public and international pressure on him. The International Criminal Court's prosecutor applied to issue arrest warrants for Netanyahu and others, and some Western states announced recognition of a Palestinian state. Netanyahu's refusal to accede to demands for steps leading to Palestinian statehood, including normalization with Saudi Arabia, has further diminished his public standing.