
2026-10-21 18:06 UTC · Haaretz
Behind Netanyahu's failed bid for a pre-election Iran war
Lead
Fighting for his political survival, Netanyahu pushed for another strike on Iran but was blocked by Trump, as tensions with the IDF grow over his use of the military in the campaign and pressure on the army chief
Political framing
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