Marc Champion: Don’t confuse Netanyahu’s interests with Israel’s

In the aftermath of Hamas' recent actions, President Joe Biden cautioned Israel against repeating post-9/11 mistakes. Despite this, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu persists in a destructive path, rejecting peace talks and advocating for Gaza's total destruction. The potential fallout includes radicalized Palestinian youth and a broader regional conflict. It's crucial to differentiate Netanyahu's interests from those of Israel's diverse populace. A recent poll reveals 51% of Israelis supporting a US-brokered deal, emphasizing the urgent need for diplomatic solutions and a departure from Netanyahu's perilous course.

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By Marc Champion

Right after Hamas bloodied Israel on Oct. 7, US President Joe Biden gave the Jewish state and its leaders some hard-won advice: Don't make the mistake we made after al-Qaeda's Sept. 11 attack on America, more than 20 years ago. The time is overdue to impose costs on Israel's government for roundly ignoring that counsel, as it chooses a path to lasting instability both for Israel and the wider Middle East.

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