Netanyahus future as Israeli prime minister uncertain amid Iran tensions
March 17, 2026 • Al Jazeera
Israel’s Government Backs US-Iran Bombing Campaign
A joint military operation between the United States and Israel against Iran has garnered significant support in Israel. According to reports, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has long advocated for an attack on Iran, which he has now achieved with US President Donald Trump.
In Israel, public opinion appears to be overwhelmingly in favor of the proposed action. The extent of this support is unclear, but it is evident that many Israelis are backing the plan.
The potential implications for Netanyahu’s political future are a topic of discussion among experts. Alon Pinkas, former ambassador and consul general of Israel in New York, notes that Netanyahu has long championed an attack on Iran. Dahlia Scheindlin, a political consultant and pollster based in Tel Aviv, suggests that the public’s support for the operation could have a lasting impact on Netanyahu’s career.
Mitchell Barak, founder of Keevoon Research, Strategy and Communications, and former aide to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, believes that the outcome of the operation will be closely watched by Israelis. The success or failure of the campaign may influence public perception of Netanyahu’s leadership and potentially affect his re-election prospects.
Source: Al Jazeera