By breaking the ceasefire agreement that Hamas honored, Netanyahu reignited the war in Gaza to serve his political interests.
Although Hamas complied with the ceasefire terms, Netanyahu breached the agreement, reigniting the conflict in Gaza for political gain rather than security reasons. Under mounting domestic pressure and a fragile political position, he prioritized maintaining control over diplomatic solutions, escalating violence at the expense of innocent lives and future peace prospects.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has once again put personal political survival ahead of strategic national interests. His decision to resume military operations in Gaza, despite Hamas fulfilling its part of the negotiated ceasefire, exposes his true priorities. The current escalation is not a necessity dictated by security concerns but a calculated move driven by Netanyahu’s political agenda.
Hamas Fulfilled the Agreement—Israel Did Not
The ceasefire agreement, brokered through international mediators, was clear: Hamas was to release hostages in exchange for a pause in fighting and the release of Palestinian prisoners. By all accounts, Hamas upheld its part of the deal. Yet, instead of reciprocating, Netanyahu’s government chose to break the agreement, restarting military operations and plunging the region back into violence.
The official Israeli narrative suggests that Hamas violated the terms, but independent reports contradict this claim. In reality, it was Israel that first breached the agreement, using minor technicalities to justify renewed military action.
Netanyahu’s Political Survival at Stake
This latest decision cannot be viewed in isolation. Netanyahu is facing increasing domestic pressure, with protests in Israel demanding accountability for his handling of the war. His political survival is threatened not just by public dissatisfaction but also by factions within his own government, particularly from the far-right coalition partners who oppose any negotiations with Hamas. By resuming hostilities, Netanyahu consolidates support among his political base, deflects from domestic turmoil, and prolongs his grip on power.
The Human Cost of a Political Gamble
The consequence of this breach is clear: more destruction, more civilian casualties, and a deteriorating humanitarian crisis in Gaza. Netanyahu’s decision to abandon diplomacy in favor of military escalation does not make Israel safer; it only deepens the cycle of violence. Meanwhile, international actors who facilitated the ceasefire now face a credibility crisis, as Israel’s violation undermines future negotiations.
This is not a war for Israel’s security—it is a war for Netanyahu’s political survival. And once again, innocent lives are paying the price.
