US (Washington Insider Magazine) – The Biden administration has quietly raised concerns over Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s political future. Amid intensifying conflict between Israel and Hamas, Joe Biden and senior aides have discussed Netanyahu’s potentially short tenure. Following Biden’s recent visit to Israel, the president urged Netanyahu to consider the legacy he may leave for his successor, signaling doubts about Netanyahu’s hold on power.
According to officials, Biden conveyed these concerns to Netanyahu directly. Some in the administration believe Netanyahu might remain in office only until Israel’s military efforts in Gaza transition beyond the immediate fighting phase. This sentiment follows widespread frustration in Israel over lapses in intelligence leading to Hamas’ October 7 attack, which left over 1,400 Israelis dead.
In recent meetings, U.S. officials have noted Netanyahu’s slipping approval ratings, which are compounded by international criticism of Israel’s military actions in Gaza. While publically supporting Israel’s security efforts, Biden’s team is reportedly in contact with other Israeli leaders, including Benny Gantz and Yair Lapid, preparing for potential political shifts in Israel.
Some within the U.S. administration view Netanyahu’s response to the Hamas attack as detrimental to his leadership. Though the Biden administration remains publicly focused on supporting Israel, discussions around Netanyahu’s succession reflect broader uncertainties about Israel’s future political landscape, especially if the conflict continues.
