Explosive New York Times report claims Netanyahu prolonged Gaza war to stay in power and avoid prosecution., Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office issues a lengthy statement hitting out at the New York Times over its report accusing him of extending the Gaza war to rehabilitate his political , The publication found out that, under the pressure from the far-right coalition allies, Netanyahu slowed down the negotiations at the key moments when the radical Palestinian movement Hamas was , A New York Times investigation reveals how Netanyahu ignored warnings, altered records, and prolonged the Gaza war—delaying ceasefires and hostage deals—to preserve his political power, even , How Netanyahu Prolonged the War to Stay in Power July 11, 2025 at 5:21 am EDT By Taegan Goddard 1 Comment New York Times: “But for Netanyahu, a truce also came with personal risk. As prime minister, he led a fragile coalition that depended on the support of far-right ministers who wanted to occupy Gaza, not withdraw from it., .