Analysis
As Israel faces 'avalanche' of global criticism, Netanyahu fixated on Trump
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu seems to be oblivious to the growing diplomatic isolation Israel is facing and possible repercussions on the country’s economy.
TEL AVIV — International isolation and pressure are making Israel almost a pariah state.
Some observers describe the collapse of Israel’s international standing as on par with the military catastrophe of Hamas' invasion and massacre on Oct. 7, 2023. One senior Israeli diplomatic source told Al-Monitor on condition of anonymity, "Just as Hamas managed to break the Gaza Division on Oct. 7, so has today's diplomatic offensive simply shattered our defense mechanisms.”
Head in the sand
Israel has only itself to blame for this disastrous predicament, yet appears oblivious to its repercussions.
