Benjamin Netanyahu’s public support drops further as war grinds on

The Israeli prime minister’s approval ratings had, in fact, reached an all-time low. Throughout the duration of the ongoing war, public support for Netanyahu had been steadily dwindling. Recent statistics reported in Israeli media indicated that a mere 23 percent of respondents expressed a desire for Benjamin Netanyahu to retain his position, while a significant 41 percent favored [former Defence Minister] Benny Gantz to assume power. Comparing these figures to data collected just four weeks prior revealed a notable decline in support for Netanyahu, dropping from approximately 29 percent to a mere 23 percent – a significant six percentage point decrease. Furthermore, if elections were conducted at the present moment, the anti-Netanyahu bloc would secure 68 seats, while Netanyahu’s bloc would only manage 47 seats. This disparity would prevent Netanyahu from securing a majority, rendering him unable to continue as the premier. In light of these unfavorable numbers, Netanyahu’s standing is particularly precarious, considering his handling of the ongoing war. Al Jazeera’s Hamdah Salhut has more from the occupied East Jerusalem. Subscribe to our channel Follow us on Twitter Find us on Facebook Check our website: Check out our Instagram page: Download AJE Mobile App: #Israel #IsraelGazaWar #IsraelHamasWar #GazaWar #TelAviv #Gaza #Hamas #BringThemHome #BringThemBack #BringThemHomeNow #IsraeliCaptives #IsraeliHostages #BenjaminNetanyahu