Defiant Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu doubled down on opposition to Palestinian statehood, deepening the divide with Israel’s closest international allies, as cracks in his wartime “unity” government became increasingly evident.

Anger with Netanyahu is also increasingly visible on the streets, even though there is broad public support for the war. On Saturday, protesters gathered in Tel Aviv, Jerusalem, Caesarea and Kfar Saba, some calling for bolder action to secure the release of hostages, and others demanding the prime minister step down.

One in Jerusalem held a placard that read: “Mothers’ cry: we will not sacrifice our children in the war to save the rightwing.”

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    • kent_eh
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      10 months ago

      Like what?

      You overestimate what one person (even the leader of a powerful country) can legitimately do to force another country to bow to his will.

    • Aceticon@lemmy.world
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      10 months ago

      Strong finger wagging and stern “bad boy” warning, followed by a wink and a nod.

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      10 months ago

      He will. But as is everything, it will take a while.