"Netanyahu's Strategic Calculations: Unraveling Israel's Gaza War"

Benjamin Netanyahu's personality traits, including narcissism, paranoia, and a focus on personal survival, are shaping his decisions as he leads Israel into the war on Gaza. Political psychologist Saul Kimhi has studied Netanyahu's mind for years and warns that he is indecisive and struggles with difficult decisions. Netanyahu's distrust of others and his prioritization of personal interests over national interests have led him to make questionable appointments and prioritize his own political survival. His extremist views and settlement expansion have undermined the two-state solution and strained relations with foreign leaders. Netanyahu's upbringing and his father's influence have shaped his belief that all of historical Palestine should belong to Israel. As he faces corruption charges and public backlash, Netanyahu is likely to prolong the war to maintain his grip on power, despite the devastating consequences for Palestinians.