Immediately following the resumption of the war, Netanyahu’s scheduled testimony in a corruption trial, now in its fifth year, was cancelled
The renewed Israeli offensive in Gaza, resulting in hundreds of Palestinian deaths (mostly women and children), is believed by many to be driven by Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu's desire for political survival. Despite Netanyahu's stated war goals of hostage release, Hamas elimination, and ensuring Gaza no longer poses a threat, critics suggest he undermined ceasefire negotiations to regroup Israeli forces and failed to remove Hamas, who have re-emerged in Gaza. The assault has exacerbated the humanitarian crisis, with nearly 50,000 Gazans killed and essential supplies halted.
