Why it matters:
The confrontation between Netanyahu and his opponents in the Knesset highlights the significant increase in political divisions in occupied Palestine over the past two years.
The big picture:
On Wednesday, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu appeared in the Knesset, criticizing his detractors and asserting that the achievements during his tenure have been unprecedented since the establishment of Israel.
What they are saying:
Netanyahu claimed that Israel has changed the Middle East.
He stated that a new situation has been created in Lebanon that has not been seen in 50 years.
Netanyahu asserted that Israel's role as a regional power has been strengthened, achieving significant successes on seven fronts, despite opposition claims of no accomplishments.
He concluded by stating that defeating Hamas will lead to the release of prisoners.
Opposition member Avigdor Lieberman called Netanyahu the most failed leader in Israel's history.
Opposition leader Yair Lapid responded to Netanyahu's remarks, noting that two and a half years ago, Israel was safer and its surrounding areas were calmer.
Lapid emphasized that Israel's relations with the U.S. have never declined to the current level, adding that the U.S. reached an agreement with the Houthis without Netanyahu's knowledge.
Another opposition member interrupted Netanyahu, stating, "You speak a lot from the podium while our prisoners are being killed in Gaza."
Go deeper:
Since October 2023, Israel has launched unprecedented attacks on Gaza. Global public opinion has repeatedly condemned the regime's crimes and defended Palestine through protests.
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