Israel Today: Ongoing War Report

Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2024-06-21 at 19:02

HEADLINES
- Bennett Surpasses Netanyahu in Popularity for First Time Amidst Ongoing War
- Armenia Recognizes Palestine, Sparks Diplomatic Tensions with Israel
- US Airstrikes Target Strategic Locations Near Syria-Iraq Border

The time is now 07:00 PM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.

In a significant development, a new poll reveals that more Israelis believe former Prime Minister Naftali Bennett is better suited to lead the country than the incumbent Benjamin Netanyahu. This marks the first occasion Bennett has surpassed Netanyahu in direct comparisons. The survey, aired on Channel 12, shows 36 percent of respondents favoring Bennett, compared to 28 percent for Netanyahu, with 31 percent preferring neither candidate, and the remaining respondents undecided. This shift in public sentiment comes against the backdrop of an ongoing war, sparked by Hamas's attacks on October 7, and internal strife within Netanyahu’s coalition over contentious legislative proposals.

Bennett, who exited politics following the collapse of his coalition government in 2022, has recently hinted at a possible comeback. The poll also highlights a slight edge for Bennett over National Unity party leader Benny Gantz, with 27 percent favoring Bennett and 25 percent Gantz, though a significant portion of respondents, 41 percent, chose neither. Netanyahu and Gantz are nearly tied in another head-to-head matchup, each receiving 32 percent support, indicating a divided electorate.

Despite these figures, it remains unclear how these preferences might translate into political reality, as Israeli elections focus on party votes rather than direct prime ministerial elections. Speculation surrounds a potential right-wing alliance involving Bennett, New Hope party leader Gideon Sa’ar, Yisrael Beytenu chief Avigdor Lieberman, and former Mossad head Yossi Cohen.

The survey also sheds light on Netanyahu's waning approval amidst the war. Sixty-three percent of respondents disapprove of his performance, contrasted with 31 percent who approve. Defense Minister Yoav Gallant fares somewhat better, with 45 percent approval, while far-right coalition partners Itamar Ben Gvir and Bezalel Smotrich receive predominantly negative assessments.

The poll also reflects public opinion on the ultra-Orthodox parties' involvement in the government. Fifty-six percent of respondents oppose their participation, correlating with the controversial legislation granting military service exemptions to Haredi yeshiva students. This legislation, a persistent point of contention in Israeli politics, faces opposition even within Netanyahu’s Likud party.

In a separate matter, Armenia’s recognition of Palestine has generated considerable attention. This decision, perceived as a reaction to Israel’s support for Azerbaijan, comes in the wake of the October 7 attacks by Hamas. Jerusalem anticipated this move, given Armenia's geopolitical relations and its immediate support for Hamas post-attack.

In another development, reports from Syria indicate that the United States conducted airstrikes near the Syria-Iraq border. These strikes, carried out late last evening, target areas of strategic interest, although the specific motivations and outcomes remain to be detailed.

These stories reflect a complex and evolving landscape, both domestically within Israel and in its broader geopolitical interactions. The public's shifting preferences and the regional developments underscore the dynamic and multifaceted nature of the current conflict and its political ramifications.

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