War Without Dividends: Netanyahu Struggles to Hold Power

Benjamin Netanyahu is confronting a deepening political crisis as his government races to pass a budget before a critical deadline, while the ongoing conflict with Iran has failed to deliver the expected boost in public support. Budget Deadline Threatens Government Stability Israel's political system imposes a strict rule: failure to approve the state budget by March 31 automatically triggers early elections within 90 days. For Netanyahu, this scenario could mark a decisive setback. The government had hoped that military action would consolidate public support and strengthen the prime minister's position. Instead, public opinion has remained divided, with no significant shift in favor of the ruling coalition.