
By Lance D Johnson
As Israel reels from one of the deadliest intelligence failures in its history, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu faces a nation furious over his government’s negligence—and a shifting geopolitical landscape where unconditional U.S. support is no longer guaranteed. The recent purge of pro-Israel hardliners from Trump’s National Security Council signals a seismic shift in Washington’s Middle East strategy, one that prioritizes America’s interests over Netanyahu’s war-driven agenda. With Israelis blaming Netanyahu for the catastrophic security lapse that left thousands dead and his judicial overhauls eroding democratic norms, his political survival hangs by a thread. Meanwhile, Trump’s administration appears to be distancing itself from the Netanyahu regime, sidelining Zionist influence in favor of a more restrained, America-first approach.
Key points:
- Netanyahu faces widespread blame in Israel for intelligence failures and undermining judicial independence.
- Trump’s NSC dismissals of pro-Israel officials suggest a re-calibration of U.S. policy away from Netanyahu’s agenda.
- Israeli officials fear losing influence in Washington as America-first voices gain traction.
- Netanyahu’s attempts to drag the U.S. into war with Iran have backfired, exposing his waning leverage.
- The Gaza conflict has further damaged Israel’s global reputation, making Netanyahu a liability for U.S. interests.
The unraveling of Netanyahu’s security myth
For decades, Netanyahu has sold himself as Israel’s indispensable security strongman, promising unparalleled protection against regional threats. Yet the October 7th Hamas attack shattered that illusion, exposing fatal gaps in intelligence and military readiness. Israelis, once willing to overlook Netanyahu’s corruption scandals in exchange for security, now hold him directly responsible for the bloodshed. His judicial power grab—rewriting laws to subordinate courts to his political allies—has only deepened public distrust…
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