Israel’s Military Campaign in Gaza Enters Second Year
As Israel’s military campaign in Gaza enters its second year, recent polls indicate a surge in public support for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his government’s actions, despite international accusations of human rights violations.
A Sept. 13 survey by the Israeli newspaper Maariv found that 41% of Israelis believe Netanyahu is the most suitable person to lead a coalition government. This marks a significant recovery from earlier polls that showed plummeting approval ratings following the Oct 7, 2023 attacks.
The shift in public opinion comes amid international criticism of Israel’s attacks in Gaza, with Amnesty International reporting Israeli forces unjustly destroying civilian homes and facilities.
Israel faces a genocide case at the International Court of Justice for its actions in Gaza, despite Prime Minister Netanyahu’s rising popularity among Israelis.
Despite mounting international pressure and concerns over civilian casualties, Israel continues its brutal offensive on the Gaza Strip, displacing thousands and causing severe shortages of food, clean water, and medicine.