Israeli citizens are calling for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to resign following his government’s failures during a recent Hamas attack. A poll conducted by Channel 12 revealed that 72% of respondents believe Netanyahu should step down, with 44% advocating for his immediate resignation and 28% suggesting he leave office after the Israel Defense Forces complete their military operation in Gaza.
The attack on October 7 by Hamas and allied Palestinian militants caught the IDF off guard, leading to widespread chaos and civilian casualties. The Israeli media labeled the incident a “devastating intelligence failure,” pointing to lapses in border security and failures in communication systems.
Defense Minister Yoav Gallant has called for a state commission to investigate the government’s response to the attack, but Netanyahu insists that any probe should wait until the conflict in Gaza is resolved.
Israeli citizens have organized protests against Netanyahu, demanding a ceasefire and the safe return of hostages held by Hamas. The public sentiment underscores growing dissatisfaction with the government’s handling of security challenges.