{
  "id": 16196917,
  "title": "Benjamin Netanyahu: Israel’s longest-serving PM fighting for survival",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/23/benjamin-netanyahu-israels-longest-serving-pm-fighting-for-survival-16196917",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-23T14:28:24.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Gulf News",
    "slug": "gulf-news",
    "url": "https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/benjamin-netanyahu-israels-longest-serving-pm-fighting-for-survival-1.500721418"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Israel's longest-serving leader, is currently battling for his political survival as the nation prepares for crucial elections on Tuesday. With a career spanning over three decades, Netanyahu has long been known for his ability to navigate the complex political landscape of Israel. However, recent events, most notably the Hamas attack on October 7, 2023, have cast a shadow over his reputation as a staunch defender of security.\n\nAs Netanyahu fights to maintain his position, his main rival, former army chief Gadi Eisenkot, has capitalized on public anger over the perceived failures of Netanyahu's leadership. Eisenkot has gained ground in recent polls, putting him in a tight race with Netanyahu. To counter this, Netanyahu has resorted to various tactics, including securing an endorsement from former U.S. President Donald Trump, warning of hostile powers trying to undermine his chances, and stoking fears of a Palestinian state should his opponents win.\n\nNetanyahu's campaign has been driven by a single slogan, \"Either the Right or Palestine,\" displayed prominently on posters across the country. Off the campaign trail, the prime minister faces multiple legal challenges, including an international arrest warrant for alleged war crimes in Gaza, a long-standing corruption trial, and a long-running conflict that has been ongoing for three years. Despite these challenges, Netanyahu remains determined to ensure the continued existence of the Jewish state, a position that resonates with many Israelis.",
  "summary": "Jerusalem: Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Israel’s consummate political survivor, is facing the fight of his life in Tuesday elections, drawing on over three decades of experience to convince voters he is still the only candidate capable of keeping them safe. The silver-tongued 77-year-old’s security-first reputation was all but shattered by Hamas’s October 7, 2023 attack, and his main rival…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}