October 7's Echoes: How a National Trauma Became a Political Football The Israeli prime minister's handling of the 2023 Hamas attack has become a central issue in the country's upcoming elections, with Benjamin Netanyahu deflecting blame and critics accusing him of ignoring warnings.
The aftermath of the attack saw nearly 1,200 Israelis killed and over 250 taken captive, leaving a lasting trauma on the nation.
This national tragedy, however, has been manipulated by politicians to fuel their agendas rather than serving as an opportunity for introspection and reform.