Politics & Diplomacy
Netanyahu frames himself as victim in election campaign
Image credit: Al Jazeera English
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Benjamin Netanyahu is centering his political message around grievance and victimhood as Israel approaches national elections, according to Al Jazeera English. The prime minister deploys blame-shifting tactics while facing accusations of overseeing genocide, positioning himself as a besieged figure rather than acknowledging responsibility for his government's actions and military operations.
The approach reflects Netanyahu's longstanding political strategy, which emphasizes Israel's vulnerabilities and external threats while deflecting accountability for controversial policies. By casting himself as persecuted, Netanyahu aims to rally supporters before voters head to the polls, drawing on narratives of external pressure and domestic opposition to consolidate his base.
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