Netanyahu Coalition Drives Largest Palestinian Displacement Amid Gaza Casualties

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's government has increasingly embraced a far-right agenda, advancing policies aimed at the forced displacement of Palestinians, particularly in Gaza, which critics characterize as ethnic cleansing. The humanitarian crisis in Gaza has worsened dramatically, with thousands of casualties and destruction of civilian infrastructure underscoring the severe impact of Israel's military campaign. This shift towards radical policies has contributed to Netanyahu's growing international isolation, despite his earlier image as a powerful leader shaping a "New Middle East" dominated by Israeli interests. Meanwhile, diplomatic tensions have emerged between Israel and the United States under President Donald Trump, who has pursued Middle East policies at odds with Netanyahu's preferences, including direct negotiations with Hamas and outreach to Iran and Syria. In the broader regional context, Israel's defense ties have expanded notably with India, marking a strategic realignment involving advanced Israeli military technology and shared ideological positions on sovereignty and security. These developments reflect a complex and volatile geopolitical landscape, with Israel simultaneously deepening certain alliances while facing condemnation and estrangement over its policies towards Palestinians.