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Benjamin Netanyahu: A History of the Israeli Prime Minister

Tuhin Hossain by Tuhin Hossain
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Table of Contents

  • Benjamin Netanyahu
  • Early Life: Rise to Prominence
  • Political Career: Beginnings
  • Leadership Style: Controversies
  • Relationships: Allies & Foes
  • Achievements: Legacy & Impact
  • Conclusion: Final Thoughts

 

Benjamin Netanyahu is one of the most influential figures in Israeli politics today. A veteran Prime Minister, he has served in the office since 2009, making him the longest-serving Prime Minister of Israel.

Netanyahu is a controversial figure due to his involvement in numerous political and foreign policy issues, both domestically and internationally. His actions have significantly impacted the present state of Israeli politics.

 

Benjamin Netanyahu. Photo By Prime Minister of Israel. Flickr.
Benjamin Netanyahu. Photo By Prime Minister of Israel. Flickr.

 

Benjamin Netanyahu

Benjamin Netanyahu, the current Prime Minister of Israel, has been a central political figure in Israel for decades. He is the longest-serving Prime Minister in Israeli history and was first elected in 1996.

Netanyahu served three terms as Prime Minister from 1996 to 1999 and then from 2009 until today. Before becoming Prime Minister, he held several ministerial positions throughout his career, including roles such as Deputy Minister of Defence, Foreign Affairs, Finance, and more.

Netanyahu is renowned for his hard-line stance on security issues and foreign policy objectives domestically and internationally. He has led peace talks with Palestine since taking office, however, there have yet to be any successful agreements made between the two countries.

Netanyahu is also still actively involved in negotiations surrounding Iran’s nuclear program, which, if successful, will potentially lead to further development of peace initiatives between Israel and other Middle Eastern countries if they are successful.

 

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Photo By Chaviva Gordon-Bennett. Flickr.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Photo By Chaviva Gordon-Bennett. Flickr.

 

Early Life: Rise to Prominence

Benjamin Netanyahu has had a long and distinguished political career. Born into a Zionist family in Tel Aviv, Netanyahu was heavily influenced by his father, Benzion, who was a prominent historian specializing in the history of the Jewish people.

After serving in an elite unit of the Israeli military, Netanyahu earned degrees from MIT and Harvard University before returning to Israel to begin his political career.

Netanyahu entered politics in 1988 when he was appointed as Deputy Chief of Mission at the Israeli Embassy in Washington, D.C.  During this time, he earned a reputation for being an articulate spokesman for Israel’s cause and made frequent television appearances defending its policies.

In 1993, he became leader of the Likud party, where he served until 1999 when Ehud Barak defeated him for Prime Minister.

 

PM Benjamin Netanyahu Meets US VP Joe Biden. Photo By Prime Minister of Israel. Flickr.
PM Benjamin Netanyahu Meets US VP Joe Biden. Photo By Prime Minister of Israel. Flickr.

 

Political Career: Beginnings

The Israeli politician began his political career in 1988 when he first ran for a seat on the Likud party’s list in that year’s national election.  He was successful and became a member of the 12th Knesset, making him one of the youngest to serve as an MK. 

Netanyahu then became Deputy Foreign Minister under Yitzhak Shamir, who was the then Prime Minister. In 1993 he was appointed as Israel’s Ambassador to the United Nations, where he served until 1996.

 

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Mrs Netanyahu with US Vice President Joe Biden and US Ambassador in Israel Dan Shapiro. Photo By Prime Minister of Israel. Flickr.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Mrs Netanyahu with US Vice President Joe Biden and US Ambassador in Israel Dan Shapiro. Photo By Prime Minister of Israel. Flickr.

 

Leadership Style: Controversies

The leadership style of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has been the focus of much controversy during his tenure. One of the main areas of criticism pertains to his hard-line stance on domestic and foreign policy issues.

Netanyahu has been accused of coalescing Israeli politics. He has hurt his public image along with his popularity.

Some view Netanyahu’s approach as authoritarian, yet others see it as necessary for the nation’s security. Supporters point out that he has formed several successful coalitions since coming into the office and has managed to secure peace agreements with other countries in the region.

His policies are widely credited with helping to improve Israel’s economy, including reducing unemployment rates and increasing GDP growth.

 

Relationships: Allies & Foes

The relationship between Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and the current world order has been tumultuous. Benjamin Netanyahu’s tenure as Prime Minister of Israel has seen him take part in a diplomatic tussle with many foreign governments, including some of his allies.

Despite this, Netanyahu remains one of the longest-serving leaders in Israeli history with both successes and failures marking his time in office.

Throughout his time as Prime Minister, Netanyahu has consistently advocated for a firm defence policy towards Israel’s enemies while also pursuing peace negotiations with its neighbors.

He championed the construction of additional settlements in the contested territory and expanded military operations against the Hamas-ruled Gaza Strip. This hard-line stance put him at odds with many countries.

Nevertheless, he cultivated several strategic partnerships that have helped maintain stability within the Middle East region.

 

Special Conversation Fareed Zakaria, Benjamin Netanyahu. Photo By World Economic Forum. Flickr.
Special Conversation Fareed Zakaria, Benjamin Netanyahu. Photo By World Economic Forum. Flickr.

 

Achievements: Legacy & Impact

Netanyahu has achieved several milestones as prime minister, such as becoming the first Israeli leader to address a joint session of Congress three times. He has also overseen an expansion of the nation’s economy and facilitated trade agreements with numerous nations, including China, India, and several African countries.

Netanyahu was also responsible for a significant overhaul of Israel’s armed forces, increasing Israel’s ability to defend against threats inside and outside it’s borders. 

In addition to these tangible accomplishments, he strengthened ties with many world leaders while maintaining a strong relationship with America through his close relationship with President Donald Trump.

 

Benjamin Netanyahu. Photo By Jerusalem Prayer Team. Flickr.
Benjamin Netanyahu. Photo By Jerusalem Prayer Team. Flickr.

 

Conclusion: Final Thoughts

Benjamin Netanyahu’s time as the Israeli Prime Minister has been met with mixed reactions from citizens and world leaders alike. Netanyahu has held the position since 2009 and is the longest-serving Prime Minister in Israel’s history.

Under his tenure, many achievements have been made by the country, such as increased economic growth, improved security for its citizens, and strengthened ties with other nations. 

However, Netanyahu’s actions during his term in office have also been criticized. His leadership style has been criticized for its exclusionary nature and it’s lack of collaboration with those outside his political party.

 

Sources: THX News & Wikipedia.

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Tuhin is very loyal and was one of the first THX News volunteers in 2021. He has over 10 years of experience in content creation and research. As a team leader, with an excellent management skills, he has shown time and again that he understands what engages an audience. Tuhin is based in Jessore, Bangladesh, where he lives with his wife and young son. He runs his own consultancy and online business which are testament to his continued skills in this area.

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