Netanyahu’s Gaza War Comeback: A Controversial Path to Power

The 2024 Gaza war provided a complex and controversial backdrop for Benjamin Netanyahu’s return to political power. A moment of quiet diplomacy, deliberately kept from the public eye, almost brought the conflict to an early end.

Secret Truce Negotiations

In April 2024, hostage negotiations showed promise, leading to an Israeli envoy being sent to Cairo. Egypt and Qatar brokered a potential six-week truce. This behind-the-scenes diplomacy offered a glimmer of hope for peace.

Saudi Arabia’s Involvement

Even Saudi Arabia hinted at a potential opening for normalization. Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman reportedly urged US National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan to push for an end to the war, suggesting that it could pave the way for progress toward a two-state solution. This surprising intervention added another layer of complexity to the already delicate situation.