Barak’s article, in which he wrote his thoughts on Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and developments in Gaza, was published in Haaretz. Noting that the IDF had made significant gains in the northern Gaza Strip, but a sharp crossroads had been reached after nearly two months of war, Barak said: “Hamas is unlikely to be defeated in the southern Gaza Strip. Moreover, it is not “It still maintains its power in the north.” He said.
“It will take months, perhaps longer, for this to happen.” In his assessment, Barak said that the mission of destroying Hamas’s military and administrative capabilities must be completed despite external pressures.
Former Prime Minister Barak said: “International support for the war is rapidly waning. Fears that have built up behind closed doors, including in the United States, may be growing.” He stated that he agreed with the assessment that support for Israel in the international community was decreasing day by day.
Criticism of Netanyahu
Ehud Barak pointed out that Prime Minister Netanyahu failed, and therefore they are approaching a sharp crossroads.
Barack accused Netanyahu of “ignoring the importance of the United States in achieving the country’s goals,” and said that “the relationship of trust with the White House is of great importance for Israel to achieve its goals.” he wrote.
Barak made the following statements in his assessment of Netanyahu:
“Netanyahu’s failure in managing the war lies in his denial that victory cannot be achieved without a plan with a clear position and vision for the post-war period. Having such a vision allows you to identify the critical elements involved and determine how to work with them.” “Them today so they can get to work when the time comes.”
What is certain is that everyone who knows and follows Netanyahu today has serious doubts about whether he is qualified to undertake this complex step. His supporters also need to stop and think for a moment; Is Netanyahu really qualified to do this job?
Regarding the post-war period, the former Israeli prime minister said: “The United States envisions the creation of an Arab peace force consisting of moderate countries that will assume control of Israel after eliminating Hamas and taking security measures during the transitional period.” In this limited transitional period, the Palestinian administration will be number two. This means that a renewed Palestinian administration will be introduced. prophesy.
The mission of the Arab force that is expected to be formed is to “assist the Palestinian administration in controlling the Gaza Strip.” Barak’s definition: “This is the first step that US President Joe Biden will take towards a two-state solution. The next step will be to support Israel in the UN Security Council and The Hague.” He said.
“Ben Gvir and Smotrich use Netanyahu”
Arguing that Prime Minister Netanyahu is “linked in an unholy alliance with (National Security Minister) Itamar Ben Gvir and (Finance Minister) Bezalel Smotrich, who are obsessed with setting fire to the West Bank,” Barak said that “these people (Ben Gvir and Smotrich)” They are using Netanyahu to impose their ideology that Gaza should be under Israeli control,” he commented.
Barak’s article stated the following:
“If this goal is achieved, Israel will remain stuck in the Gaza quagmire and will be drawn into a conflict that will last for years. On the other hand, serious crises may occur in relations with the United States, Egypt, and Jordan, and grave risks may occur.” In the Abraham Accords and the normalization process with Saudi Arabia.”
Noting that Israel “will need to build trusting relationships behind the scenes” with the United States and its neighbors after the war, Barak said: “This does not seem possible under the current government. No one believes Netanyahu’s words. Of course, the promises that were made behind them.” Closed doors regarding Israel’s future positions. he wrote.
The Israeli politician said that Netanyahu’s government caused serious damage to Israel’s strategic location and dragged the country into an endless war.
A new government without Netanyahu, Ben Gvir and Smotrich
Ehud Barak said what should be done on behalf of Israel: “Netanyahu’s prime ministership must end. What must be done under the current circumstances is to form a national unity government that does not include Netanyahu, Bezalel Smotrich and Itamar Ben Gvir.” I list them as follows.
Barak said in his article: “Only a government that acts responsibly and decisively can lead Israel to the end of the war and to victory.” Comment.
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