Netanyahu’s Reelection Could Hinge on Outcome of Iran War

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Benjamin Netanyahu's grip on power depends partly on how the conflict with Iran unfolds, as the Israeli prime minister faces mounting pressure over his failure to deliver on wartime promises. Netanyahu vowed to achieve "total victory" across three fronts, Gaza, Lebanon, and Iran, but has struggled to show decisive results on any. As Israel braces for potential Iranian retaliation and Israelis demand accountability for hostages still held in Gaza, the outcome of these conflicts could determine whether Netanyahu survives the next election. His political fortunes hinge on whether he can transform tactical gains into the comprehensive victory he pledged.