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Douglas Murray

03/31/25

@ Lex Fridman

Netanyahu's leadership is scrutinized due to the October 7th attacks occurring under his watch, similar to how Golda Meir was held accountable for the Yom Kippur War.

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Douglas Murray: Putin, Zelenskyy, Trump, Israel, Netanyahu, Hamas & Gaza | Lex Fridman Podcast #463

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Douglas Murray: Putin, Zelenskyy, Trump, Israel, Netanyahu, Hamas & Gaza | Lex Fridman Podcast #463

03/31/25

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Despite criticisms, many political leaders in Israel would likely have responded similarly to the October 7th attacks as Netanyahu did, given the circumstances.

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Critics argue that Netanyahu's focus on Hamas may have distracted from other threats, such as Hezbollah, which could have implications for Israel's security strategy.

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Netanyahu believes it is his historic purpose to defend the only homeland of the Jewish people, which he sees as his life's mission, making him a historic leader by any measure.

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Netanyahu is viewed as a devil by many, regardless of his actions, which raises the question of why that perception exists.

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The October 7th attacks were planned well in advance, and the division within Israeli society may have been perceived by Hamas as an opportunity to strike.

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Netanyahu likely feels the need to engage in the internet conversation to influence the narrative, especially as younger generations view Israel differently due to the ongoing war.

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The attack on October 7th was a catastrophic intelligence and military failure for Israel, stemming from a significant misperception of Hamas's intentions.

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The psychological projection seen in the case of Israel is striking, as those who accuse Israel of atrocities often reflect their own guilt or actions.

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The resurgence of antisemitism since October 7th is alarming, with some individuals using it as a means to project their own guilt about colonialism and other societal issues onto Israel.