Three years after the Oct. 7 Hamas attack, the date has become a pivotal reference point in Israel’s political arena, shaping debates over security, accountability and the nation’s future direction. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, still grappling with a fragmented coalition and mounting public discontent, is under intense pressure from opposition parties and war‑crisis critics who demand clearer answers and responsibility for the intelligence lapses that preceded the assault. In recent parliamentary sessions, Netanyahu has repeatedly shifted blame onto rival factions, foreign actors and bureaucratic inertia, attempting to deflect scrutiny from his own leadership shortcomings. The ongoing controversy underscores how the memory of Oct. 7 continues to drive Israel’s internal power struggles, influencing policy decisions and the prospects of upcoming elections.
Three years on, October 7 is central to Israeli politics as Netanyahu faces pressure and deflects blame for his failures
